John Deere 116 vs Simplicity 4040
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 116 and the Simplicity 4040 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere 116 is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1972 for the Simplicity 4040.
- The Simplicity 4040 is heavier: 589 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.
- The Simplicity 4040 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 116 | Simplicity 4040 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1981–1985 | 1972 |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | 219 kg | 589 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | 142 cm |
| Length | 161 cm | 210 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 116 or the Simplicity 4040?
The John Deere 116 and the Simplicity 4040 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 116 or the Simplicity 4040?
The John Deere 116 is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1972 for the Simplicity 4040.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 116 or the Simplicity 4040?
The Simplicity 4040 is heavier: 589 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 116 or the Simplicity 4040?
The Simplicity 4040 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 38".
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