John Deere 116H vs Wheel Horse D-160

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John Deere 116H

John Deere 116H

16 HP · 1983–1985

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Wheel Horse D-160

Wheel Horse D-160

16 HP · 1974–1981

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 116H and the Wheel Horse D-160 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The John Deere 116H is the more recent model: production started in 1983, versus 1974 for the Wheel Horse D-160.
  • The Wheel Horse D-160 is heavier: 396 kg versus 231 kg for the John Deere 116H.
  • The Wheel Horse D-160 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 116HWheel Horse D-160
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1983–19851974–1981
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight231 kg396 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase113 cm127 cm
Length161 cm191 cm
Mower deck38"48"

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