John Deere 116H vs Simplicity 16FCH48
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 116H and the Simplicity 16FCH48 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Simplicity 16FCH48 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1983 for the John Deere 116H.
- The Simplicity 16FCH48 is heavier: 287 kg versus 231 kg for the John Deere 116H.
- The Simplicity 16FCH48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 116H | Simplicity 16FCH48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1983–1985 | 1990–1994 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 231 kg | 287 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | 101 cm |
| Length | 161 cm | 163 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 48" |