John Deere 111 vs Wheel Horse GT-1142
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 111 and the Wheel Horse GT-1142 deliver the same power: 11 HP.
- The Wheel Horse GT-1142 is the more recent model: production started in 1982, versus 1979 for the John Deere 111.
- The Wheel Horse GT-1142 is heavier: 279 kg versus 201 kg for the John Deere 111.
- The Wheel Horse GT-1142 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 111 | Wheel Horse GT-1142 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 11 HP | 11 HP |
| Production years | 1979–1985 | 1982–1983 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 201 kg | 279 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 6 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 157 cm | 167 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 111 or the Wheel Horse GT-1142?
The John Deere 111 and the Wheel Horse GT-1142 deliver the same power: 11 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 111 or the Wheel Horse GT-1142?
The Wheel Horse GT-1142 is the more recent model: production started in 1982, versus 1979 for the John Deere 111.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 111 or the Wheel Horse GT-1142?
The Wheel Horse GT-1142 is heavier: 279 kg versus 201 kg for the John Deere 111.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 111 or the Wheel Horse GT-1142?
The Wheel Horse GT-1142 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
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