John Deere 116 vs Wheel Horse 16HP

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John Deere 116

John Deere 116

16 HP · 1981–1985

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Wheel Horse 16HP

Wheel Horse 16HP

16 HP · 1973

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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 116Wheel Horse 16HP
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1981–19851973
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders21
Weight219 kg312 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 1
Wheelbase113 cm115 cm
Length161 cm165 cm
Mower deck38"36"

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