John Deere 116H vs Sabre 1642HV

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 116H

John Deere 116H

16 HP · 1983–1985

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Sabre 1642HV

Sabre 1642HV

16 HP · 1998

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 116H and the Sabre 1642HV deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The Sabre 1642HV is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1983 for the John Deere 116H.
  • The John Deere 116H is heavier: 231 kg versus 191 kg for the Sabre 1642HV.
  • The Sabre 1642HV has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 116HSabre 1642HV
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1983–19851998
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight231 kg191 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase113 cm113 cm
Length161 cm152 cm
Mower deck38"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 116H or the Sabre 1642HV?

The John Deere 116H and the Sabre 1642HV deliver the same power: 16 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 116H or the Sabre 1642HV?

The Sabre 1642HV is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1983 for the John Deere 116H.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 116H or the Sabre 1642HV?

The John Deere 116H is heavier: 231 kg versus 191 kg for the Sabre 1642HV.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 116H or the Sabre 1642HV?

The Sabre 1642HV has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

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