1600TWide-Area Mower
- Powerful 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine
- Mechanical rear-wheel drive
- Maximum speed of 23 km/h
- Foldable mowing wings

1600 Turbo TerrainCut™ Wide-Area Mower (WAM) engine
1600 Turbo TerrainCut WAM engine
The 1600 Turbo TerrainCut WAM is powered by a liquid-cooled, turbocharged, four-cylinder, 44.7 kW (60 hp) at 3000 rpm, diesel engine.
Engine features include:
Engine is a 16-valve (four valves per cylinder, two intake and two exhaust) design:
Air filter with air-restriction indicator
Air-restriction indicator
Other engine features:
1600 Turbo TerrainCut WAM side view
Deluxe air-intake system
Fuel tank
Large fuel fill opening
The operator can fill the fuel tank without removing the hood. The fuel tank capacity is 83.3 L (22 U.S. gal.) for all-day mowing.
Air-intake system
High-capacity cooling system
An innovative, exclusive air-intake system draws clean air from the top of the machine instead of the rear. This keeps the radiator cleaner and prevents the engine from overheating.
The high-capacity cooling system combines the radiator and hydraulic oil cooler.
Wide-area mower (WAM) top view
WAM front view with side mowers raised
325.1 cm (128 in.) with both wings down
238.8 cm (94 in.) with center deck and either side deck down
Front and side mowing
157.5 cm (62 in.) with center deck only
The 1600 Turbo TerrainCut™ WAM is equipped with a 157.5 cm (62 in.) center deck and two 106.7 cm (42 in.) wings. Cutting widths are 325.1 cm (128 in.) using all three decks, 238.8 cm (94 in.) using the center deck and either wing deck, and 157.5 cm (62 in.) with the center deck only. All decks are rear discharge. Wings fold for transport and reduce the machine’s width to a narrow 213 cm (84 in.), so it can easily be driven along golf-cart-size paths or fit on a trailer. The wing decks will float 45 degrees above horizontal and 20 degrees below horizontal, following the ground contour.
Underside of 157.5 cm (62-in.) deck
Side view of 106.7 cm (42-in.) deck
All decks have a unique baffling system that reduces clumping and provides even clipping dispersal for exceptional appearance.
Features common to these rear-discharge mower decks include:
Patented impact-absorbing system
A patented impact-absorbing system is provided:
Isolated deck motor design
The isolated deck motor design consists of three cast-iron mounting structures for the deck motors. Rubber isolators that are similar to engine mount isolators are located between the castings and the deck shell brackets.
The rubber isolators allow the castings to flex relative to the deck shell. The addition of the isolators stops the vibration path between the hydraulic motor and the deck shell, thus preventing the amplification of sound by the deck shell.
Deck motor
D Series deck motor
The deck motors are capable of withstanding high pressure requirements for all-day mowing. Motors have Viton seals, which can withstand higher hydraulic temperatures. The motor contains a dust seal to help eliminate debris from entering into the hydraulic connections.
Lift valve
The lift valve controls the cylinders that lift and lower the decks. It also controls the axial piston deck-motor pump (turns it on and off).
Mow valve
The mow valve controls the hydraulic flow to the wing deck circuits.
WAM mulch kit illustration
WAM mulch kit illustration
A mulch kit is available as an attachment for field conversion. The mulch kit includes unique mulch blades, baffles, and a deflector shield to produce smaller clippings, which decompose faster than un-mulched clippings. Operators should follow the one-third rule when mulching grass.
This mulch kit also does an excellent job when mulching leaves.
BTC10335 TriCycler Mulching Kit
NOTE: Applicable for serial numbers starting with 1TC1600TPBT100007 and higher, model year 2012 and newer.
Viton is a trademark of The Chemours Company.
High-back, air-suspension seat
An air-suspension seat is standard equipment and provides maximum operator comfort across a wide range of operator traits. Key adjustments include the following:
The comfortable seat, along with ample legroom in the operator's platform, convenient pedal locations, and adjustable steering column make operator comfort on the John Deere 1600 Turbo TerrainCut™ Wide-Area Mower among the best in the industry.
The standard air-suspension seat with adjustable armrests is designed with comfort, safety, and ergonomics in mind, ensuring relaxed, healthy sitting for hours on end.
Air-suspension seat adjustment
A-Armrest height
B-Lumbar
C-Fore-aft slide
D-Fore-aft suspension
E-Air-suspension weight and height
F-Damper
G-Back angle tilt
Control console
Low-effort controls are conveniently grouped on the right-hand side.
The finger-touch controls are:
Two-pedal foot controls
Standard turning brakes
The individual brakes can be applied by the operator as a traction aid or to reduce the turning radius.
Master stop brake
Differential lock
The differential lock is located on the left side of the platform; this allows for easy use of the Twin Touch foot pedals (on the right side) while engaging the differential lock at the same time.
High-/low range lever
4WD lever
Electronic cruise control
Instrumentation from seat
Instrumentation panel
Tilt steering
Headlights
LED road and work lights
LED road and breakaway beacon lights
The road, beacon, and work light attachments are available in LED designs.
Mower deck lift switches
The mower deck switches allow the operator to vary mowing widths, engage and disengage the wing-deck blades, and service and transport the machine.
Engine rpm screen
System voltage screen
Diesel particulate filter screen
Service menu screen
Engine coolant temperature screen
An instrument panel is located on the steering column for both operator convenience and safety.
Instrumentation includes:
Hour meter
Hour meter
Engine glow plug light
The engine glow plug light indicates the intake manifold heater is energized. The operator should wait until the glow plug light goes off before starting the engine.
Engine coolant temperature light
The engine coolant temperature light indicates the engine is overheating. A warning beeper also sounds when the light comes on.
Engine oil pressure light
The engine oil pressure light indicates the engine oil pressure is low. The indicator should be lit as a test to make sure it is working when the key switch is turned to the run position. A warning beeper sounds when the light comes on. The light (and beeper) should go off once the engine starts.
Battery discharge light
The battery discharge light indicates the battery is not getting enough charge from the alternator. The light should come on when the key switch is turned from off to run. The light should go off once the engine starts.
Primary display unit
The PDU utilises three buttons for navigation.
The display’s top-level screens can be cycled through by pressing the center button.
Operator screens
Top level screen functions are as follows:
A - Engine coolant temperature (ECT) screen
B - Pre-heat countdown (HPH) screen
C - Engine rpm (erpm) screen
D - System voltage (SV) screen
E - Diesel particulate filter (DPF) screen
F - Service menu (IServ) screen
The top-level screens are shown in order of display. To navigate to next top-level screen, press the center button on the PDU. For more information on the different functions, please refer to the machine’s operator’s manual.
Tool tray and cup holder
Tool tray and cup holder are convenient for the operator to get to:
Hydraulic PTO drive
Mower decks are hydraulically driven using a separate closed-loop system with one gear-type motor for each deck:
The 1600 Turbo TerrainCut™ Wide-Area Mower (WAM) has an operator-presence system.
In order to start the engine, the following must be met:
In addition, once the engine is running, an interlock automatically shuts the engine and PTO off if the operator leaves the seat. To keep the engine running, the operator must disengage the PTO and set the parking brake before dismounting.
Hydrostatic transmission
A hydrostatic transmission is used for reliable operation.
Durability features include:
High-range/low-range transaxle allows the following:
Differential lock
The differential lock is standard equipment:
Planetary final drive/wet-disc brakes
The planetary final drive (label 1 in the drawing) does the following:
Wet-disc brakes (label 2 in the drawing) do the following:
1600 Turbo TerrainCut™ Wide-Area Mower (WAM) mechanical rear-wheel drive axle
Two-function mechanical rear-wheel drive is standard equipment:
Wing decks raised
The wing decks rise to a narrow 213.4 cm (84 in.) width and can be locked into transport position. A machine transport speed of 24.1 km/h (15 mph) means the operator can spend less time transporting and more time mowing.
NOTE: The power take-off (PTO) can be engaged while in the transport position.
Proper trailering strap areas
Fasten the machine to the trailer with heavy-duty straps, chains, or cables. Fasten the rear strap to the tow point bracket above the rear axle. Fasten the front strap to tie down holes on the operator's platform. Both the front and rear straps must be directed down and outward from the machine.
Rear bumper
The rear, frame-mounted bumper provides for excellent rear protection and effective hood sealing for engine cooling.
To operate, pull out on the bottom of the engine cover latches on the left and right side of machine behind the operator’s seat. Unhook the tops of the engine cover latches from the hooks on the engine cover. Push down on the bumper lever and rotate the bumper to the right side of the machine.
Rear bumper latch in locked position
Rear bumper latch in unlocked position
Rear bumper in open position
Engine cover open
TerrainCut™ Front and Wide-Area Mowers
A JDLink™ M Modem connects a commercial mower to the John Deere Operations Center, which enables you to manage your fleet more efficiently, increase productivity, and reduce labor costs. With a modem and Operations Center, you are always connected to the work in progress and can make timely adjustments to keep your fleet mowing.
JDLink M Modem
A JDLink M Modem is standard equipment on model year 2024 and newer TerrainCut Front and Wide-Area Mowers.
A modem can be field installed on:
See compatibility section for serial number breaks and requirements.
John Deere Operations Center is available on PC, Apple iOS, and Android mobile apps
The John Deere Operations Center tracks your fleet and provides tools to analyse mower data. The connected features vary by mower model.
Models |
Location and status |
GPS speed |
Geofencing and curfews |
Engine hours |
Maintenance planner |
Machine Analyzer Tool |
Fuel level |
Fuel consumption |
Diagnostic trouble codes |
Service Advisor Remote |
Z700 ZTrak Mowers |
X |
X |
X |
Key |
X |
X |
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Z900 ZTrak Mowers with carbureted engines |
X |
X |
X |
Key |
X |
X |
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Z994R ZTrak Mowers |
X |
X |
X |
Key |
X |
X |
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Z997R ZTrak Mowers |
X |
X |
X |
Sync |
X |
X |
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X |
X |
X |
1550 TerrainCut Front Mowers |
X |
X |
X |
Key |
X |
X |
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1570, 1580, and 1585 TerrainCut Front Mowers |
X |
X |
X |
Key |
X |
X |
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X |
X |
X |
1600 TerrainCut Wide-Area Mowers |
X |
X |
X |
Key |
X |
X |
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X |
X |
X |
Operations Center map displaying past locations of a mower
Mobile view of Operations Center map showing GPS speed
The JDLink M Modem regularly transmits the location and operational status of each mower in the fleet so you can monitor mowing progress in Operations Center.
The modem regularly transmits the mower’s engine hours to inform maintenance planning and balance use.
Operations Center Maintenance Planner
Factory or custom maintenance plans can be established in Operations Center. Maintenance alerts are sent when engine hours reach maintenance intervals.
Operations Center Machine Analyzer Tool
On select products, the modem reports the time the mower spent transporting, idling, and working. The Operations Center’s Machine Analyzer tool reports usage data which allows you to analyze operator behavior, identify causes of low productivity, and initiate corrective actions.
On select products, the modem reports the fuel level. On these products, an analysis of fuel consumption is available in the Operations Center Machine Analyzer Tool. Measuring fuel consumption enables you to address causes of excessive fuel use.
On select products, the modem transmits the trouble codes generated by the mower’s control units to the Operations Center. Addressing DTCs can reduce downtime and repair costs. For example, a low-engine oil pressure DTC can indicate an engine is low on oil. Addressing the issue can prevent costly downtime and repairs.
To help address issues quickly, when a DTC is generated, the Operations Center can display a push notification on the mobile app and send an email. Operations Center can also be configured to limit notifications to stop-level severity DTCs.
On select products, John Deere dealers can perform remote diagnostics, software programming, and adjustments without the cost of a service call.
A JDLink M Modem is standard equipment on model year 2024 and newer (SN 110,001-) TerrainCut Front Mowers and model year 2024 and newer (SN 690,001-) TerrainCut Wide-Area Mowers.
A JDLink M Modem can be field installed on the commercial mowing products listed below. Field installation attachments simplify modem installation, and include brackets, mounting hardware, harness, and instructions. Field installation requires a JDLink M Modem to be ordered separately. The field installation attachments include a wiring harness therefore the modem should be ordered with the less harness option code.
Model |
Compatible model years |
Installation attachment |
Z700 ZTrak Mowers |
2024 and newer (SN 080,001-) |
BUC11759 |
Gasoline-powered Z900 ZTrak Mowers |
2024 and newer (SN 130,001-) |
BUC11759 |
Z994R ZTrak Mowers |
2024 and newer (SN 070,001-) |
BUC11759 |
Z997R ZTrak Mowers |
2021 and newer (SN 070,001-) |
BUC11908 |
TerrainCut Front Mowers |
2022-2023 (SN 080,001-110,000) |
BUC11797 |
1600 TerrainCut Wide-Area Mowers |
2023 (SN 680,001-690,000) |
BUC11797 |
Hood and seat platform open for excellent access
Overhead view
The hood and seat platform open for excellent access to the engine and drivetrain. All daily service points are located on the left side of the machine:
Front deck raised 70 degrees
Wing deck raised 90 degrees
The wing decks raise 90 degrees, and the front deck raises 70 degrees for excellent access.
No tools are required to access the mower deck belts.
QR code label on seat base
To speed access to owner information web pages, a QR code is printed onto a product identification number (PIN) label located on the seat base near the control console. The owner information web pages that include links to:
Control module
Fuse box
The diagnostic control module features light-emitting diode (LED) lights and a heartbeat to aid in diagnostics and lead the technician to the proper circuit. Each switch on the machine has its own LED light on the controller, so input and output functions can be diagnosed by observing the appropriate lights.
Diagnostic port
Service ADVISOR is a John Deere dealership tool capable of providing technical and machine support for technicians and service managers using a laptop computer. It provides symptom-based diagnostics information, machine information, electronic technical information, and connection to John Deere through an extranet at workshops and in the field.
A data port outlet socket is provided on the right-hand instrument panel next to the diagnostic control module console to access important service information with a laptop computer equipped with Service ADVISOR software. Service ADVISOR reduces downtime by allowing technicians to quickly identify the root cause of problems, aid them in identifying the component needing repair, and aid them in the repair procedures. It also significantly reduces the amount of printed materials the technician is required to have at their disposal to perform the repair or maintenance work.
Quick-access foot panel
The foot panel is easily removed to allow quick and easy access to service points.
Tyres
Large, 18x9.5-8 steering (rear) and 26x12-12 (front) drive tyres provide excellent traction and flotation. Both tyres have a six-ply rating.
Caster tyre
Semi-pneumatic mower deck caster tyres are standard equipment. Benefits provided by semi-pneumatic tyres include:
Two-post Roll-Gard ROPS
ROPS folded down for clearance
The two-post folding Roll-Gard ROPS and seat belt are standard equipment:
The standard-equipment Roll-Gard ROPS can be folded to allow for additional clearance when needed. With the ROPS in the folded-down position, the machine fits under a standard doorway.
The ROPS meets the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) 21299 ROPS standard – defined test procedures and acceptance criteria for the rollover protective structures of powered ride-on turf care machinery. Under the support of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), a panel was formed that brought together an international group of ROPS experts that presented the best-learned practices regarding off-highway vehicle operator crush protection. The result of this undertaking is a standard dedicated to protecting operators of powered ride-on turf maintenance equipment.
The ROPS can be folded down without tools for operation under tree canopies or in other confined operating spaces. Operators should leave the ROPS in the upright position for all other mowing:
Folding the ROPS is simple - remove two pins and rotate the top of the Roll-Gard ROPS down. Adjustments can be made from the operator's station.
The folding ROPS performance is certified at the date of manufacture, per the following standard:
Four-post ROPS
Four-post ROPS side view
Due to the high percentage of operators who prefer the four-post ROPS canopy, a factory-installed option is available. The rear ROPS structure is a black fixed two-post ROPS.
The ROPS comes standard with a canopy and assembles to the 1600 Turbo TerrainCut™ Wide-Area Mower (WAM) along with a two-post
Roll-Gard™ ROPS.
The four-post ROPS structure includes the following:
The four-post ROPS provides the ability to meet bid requirements that call for a four-post ROPS and offers the ability to use a weather enclosure. It also meets the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 21299 standard.