John Deere 116 vs Shibaura lawn tractors GT161

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 116

John Deere 116

16 HP · 1981–1985

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Shibaura lawn tractors GT161

Shibaura lawn tractors GT161

16 HP · 1992–1997

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 116 and the Shibaura lawn tractors GT161 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The Shibaura lawn tractors GT161 is the more recent model: production started in 1992, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.
  • The Shibaura lawn tractors GT161 is heavier: 381 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.
  • The Shibaura lawn tractors GT161 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 116Shibaura lawn tractors GT161
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1981–19851992–1997
FuelElectricDiesel
Cylinders23
Weight219 kg381 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 1
Wheelbase113 cm126 cm
Length161 cm191 cm
Mower deck38"44"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 116 or the Shibaura lawn tractors GT161?

The John Deere 116 and the Shibaura lawn tractors GT161 deliver the same power: 16 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 116 or the Shibaura lawn tractors GT161?

The Shibaura lawn tractors GT161 is the more recent model: production started in 1992, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 116 or the Shibaura lawn tractors GT161?

The Shibaura lawn tractors GT161 is heavier: 381 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 116 or the Shibaura lawn tractors GT161?

The Shibaura lawn tractors GT161 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".

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