John Deere 111 vs Simplicity 4111
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 111 and the Simplicity 4111 deliver the same power: 11 HP.
- The John Deere 111 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1976 for the Simplicity 4111.
- The Simplicity 4111 is heavier: 229 kg versus 201 kg for the John Deere 111.
- The John Deere 111 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 111 | Simplicity 4111 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 11 HP | 11 HP |
| Production years | 1979–1985 | 1976–1979 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 201 kg | 229 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 157 cm | 159 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 111 or the Simplicity 4111?
The John Deere 111 and the Simplicity 4111 deliver the same power: 11 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 111 or the Simplicity 4111?
The John Deere 111 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1976 for the Simplicity 4111.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 111 or the Simplicity 4111?
The Simplicity 4111 is heavier: 229 kg versus 201 kg for the John Deere 111.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 111 or the Simplicity 4111?
The John Deere 111 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
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