John Deere 500 vs John Deere 600

Verdict: John Deere 500 vs John Deere 600

The John Deere 500 and the John Deere 600 are both snowmobiles — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 36 hp. John Deere 500 is the lighter machine (174 kg vs 185 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 600 is the newer design (1973 vs 1972). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.