John Deere 116 vs Wheel Horse C-165

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 116

John Deere 116

16 HP · 1981–1985

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Wheel Horse C-165

Wheel Horse C-165

16 HP · 1980–1984

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 116 and the Wheel Horse C-165 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The John Deere 116 is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1980 for the Wheel Horse C-165.
  • The Wheel Horse C-165 is heavier: 272 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 C-165
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1981–19851980–1984
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders21
Weight219 kg272 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 16 / 2
Wheelbase113 cm115 cm
Length161 cm175 cm
Mower deck38"36"

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