John Deere 116 vs Scotts S1642

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John Deere 116

John Deere 116

16 HP · 1981–1985

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Scotts S1642

Scotts S1642

16 HP · 1999–2001

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 116 and the Scotts S1642 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The Scotts S1642 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.
  • The John Deere 116 is heavier: 219 kg versus 175 kg for the Scotts S1642.
  • The Scotts S1642 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 116Scotts S1642
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1981–19851999–2001
FuelElectricElectric
Cylinders21
Weight219 kg175 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 1
Wheelbase113 cm
Length161 cm152 cm
Mower deck38"42"

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