John Deere 116 vs Sears lawn tractors ST/16

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John Deere 116

John Deere 116

16 HP · 1981–1985

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Sears lawn tractors ST/16

Sears lawn tractors ST/16

16 HP · 1973–1976

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 116 and the Sears lawn tractors ST/16 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The John Deere 116 is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1973 for the Sears lawn tractors ST/16.
  • The Sears lawn tractors ST/16 is heavier: 303 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.
  • The Sears lawn tractors ST/16 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 116Sears lawn tractors ST/16
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1981–19851973–1976
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders21
Weight219 kg303 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 16 / 2
Wheelbase113 cm110 cm
Length161 cm167 cm
Mower deck38"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 116 or the Sears lawn tractors ST/16?

The John Deere 116 and the Sears lawn tractors ST/16 deliver the same power: 16 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 116 or the Sears lawn tractors ST/16?

The John Deere 116 is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1973 for the Sears lawn tractors ST/16.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 116 or the Sears lawn tractors ST/16?

The Sears lawn tractors ST/16 is heavier: 303 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 116 or the Sears lawn tractors ST/16?

The Sears lawn tractors ST/16 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

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