John Deere 116 vs Wheel Horse 16HP
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 116 and the Wheel Horse 16HP deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere 116 is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1973 for the Wheel Horse 16HP.
- The Wheel Horse 16HP is heavier: 312 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.
- The John Deere 116 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 116 | Wheel Horse 16HP | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1981–1985 | 1973 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
| Weight | 219 kg | 312 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 161 cm | 165 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 116 or the Wheel Horse 16HP?
The John Deere 116 and the Wheel Horse 16HP deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 116 or the Wheel Horse 16HP?
The John Deere 116 is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1973 for the Wheel Horse 16HP.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 116 or the Wheel Horse 16HP?
The Wheel Horse 16HP is heavier: 312 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 116 or the Wheel Horse 16HP?
The John Deere 116 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
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