John Deere 116 vs Wheel Horse GT-1600

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 116

John Deere 116

16 HP · 1981–1985

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Wheel Horse GT-1600

Wheel Horse GT-1600

16 HP · 1984

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 116 and the Wheel Horse GT-1600 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The Wheel Horse GT-1600 is the more recent model: production started in 1984, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.
  • The Wheel Horse GT-1600 is heavier: 289 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 GT-1600
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1981–19851984
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight219 kg289 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 16 / 2
Wheelbase113 cm115 cm
Length161 cm170 cm
Mower deck38"36"

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