John Deere 116H vs Wheel Horse 16-44HXL

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John Deere 116H

John Deere 116H

16 HP · 1983–1985

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Wheel Horse 16-44HXL

Wheel Horse 16-44HXL

16 HP · 1996–2001

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 116H and the Wheel Horse 16-44HXL deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The Wheel Horse 16-44HXL is the more recent model: production started in 1996, versus 1983 for the John Deere 116H.
  • The John Deere 116H is heavier: 231 kg versus 212 kg for the Wheel Horse 16-44HXL.
  • The Wheel Horse 16-44HXL has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 116HWheel Horse 16-44HXL
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1983–19851996–2001
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders21
Weight231 kg212 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticGear
Wheelbase113 cm120 cm
Length161 cm172 cm
Mower deck38"44"

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