Allis Chalmers 716 vs John Deere 300
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Allis Chalmers 716 and the John Deere 300 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere 300 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1974 for the Allis Chalmers 716.
- The Allis Chalmers 716 is heavier: 362 kg versus 317 kg for the John Deere 300.
- The Allis Chalmers 716 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Allis Chalmers 716 | John Deere 300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1974–1979 | 1975–1977 |
| Fuel | Electric | — |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 362 kg | 317 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | — |
| Wheelbase | 122 cm | 116 cm |
| Length | 170 cm | 175 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Allis Chalmers 716 or the John Deere 300?
The Allis Chalmers 716 and the John Deere 300 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Allis Chalmers 716 or the John Deere 300?
The John Deere 300 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1974 for the Allis Chalmers 716.
Which is heavier, the Allis Chalmers 716 or the John Deere 300?
The Allis Chalmers 716 is heavier: 362 kg versus 317 kg for the John Deere 300.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Allis Chalmers 716 or the John Deere 300?
The Allis Chalmers 716 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

