John Deere 116H vs Wheel Horse 16-38XL

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 116H

John Deere 116H

16 HP · 1983–1985

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Wheel Horse 16-38XL

Wheel Horse 16-38XL

16 HP · 2000–2004

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 116H and the Wheel Horse 16-38XL deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The Wheel Horse 16-38XL is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1983 for the John Deere 116H.
  • The John Deere 116H is heavier: 231 kg versus 186 kg for the Wheel Horse 16-38XL.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 116HWheel Horse 16-38XL
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1983–19852000–2004
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders21
Weight231 kg186 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticGear
Gears (fwd/rev)—5 / 1
Wheelbase113 cm119 cm
Length161 cm168 cm
Mower deck38"38"

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