John Deere 112L vs Simplicity 12RTG
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 112L and the Simplicity 12RTG deliver the same power: 12 HP.
- The Simplicity 12RTG is the more recent model: production started in 1992, versus 1985 for the John Deere 112L.
- The John Deere 112L is heavier: 213 kg versus 186 kg for the Simplicity 12RTG.
- The John Deere 112L has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 112L | Simplicity 12RTG | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 1985 | 1992 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 213 kg | 186 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 115 cm |
| Length | — | 160 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 36" |