John Deere 116H vs Wheel Horse C-161 Twin

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John Deere 116H

John Deere 116H

16 HP · 1983–1985

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Wheel Horse C-161 Twin

Wheel Horse C-161 Twin

16 HP · 1978–1979

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 116H and the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The John Deere 116H is the more recent model: production started in 1983, versus 1978 for the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin.
  • The Wheel Horse C-161 Twin is heavier: 256 kg versus 231 kg for the John Deere 116H.
  • The John Deere 116H has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 116HWheel Horse C-161 Twin
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1983–19851978–1979
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight231 kg256 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticGear
Gears (fwd/rev)6 / 2
Wheelbase113 cm115 cm
Length161 cm165 cm
Mower deck38"36"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 116H or the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin?

The John Deere 116H and the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin deliver the same power: 16 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 116H or the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin?

The John Deere 116H is the more recent model: production started in 1983, versus 1978 for the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 116H or the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin?

The Wheel Horse C-161 Twin is heavier: 256 kg versus 231 kg for the John Deere 116H.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 116H or the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin?

The John Deere 116H has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".

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