John Deere 116 vs Steiner lawn tractors MP-49

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 116

John Deere 116

16 HP · 1981–1985

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Steiner lawn tractors MP-49

Steiner lawn tractors MP-49

16 HP · 1988–1991

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 116 and the Steiner lawn tractors MP-49 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The Steiner lawn tractors MP-49 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.
  • The Steiner lawn tractors MP-49 is heavier: 793 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.
  • The Steiner lawn tractors MP-49 has the wider mower deck: 49" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 116Steiner lawn tractors MP-49
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1981–19851988–1991
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders23
Weight219 kg793 kg
Drive2WD4WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 1
Wheelbase113 cm97 cm
Length161 cm279 cm
Mower deck38"49"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 116 or the Steiner lawn tractors MP-49?

The John Deere 116 and the Steiner lawn tractors MP-49 deliver the same power: 16 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 116 or the Steiner lawn tractors MP-49?

The Steiner lawn tractors MP-49 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 116 or the Steiner lawn tractors MP-49?

The Steiner lawn tractors MP-49 is heavier: 793 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 116 or the Steiner lawn tractors MP-49?

The Steiner lawn tractors MP-49 has the wider mower deck: 49" versus 38".

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