John Deere 116H vs Wheel Horse LT-1642
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 116H and the Wheel Horse LT-1642 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere 116H is the more recent model: production started in 1983, versus 1982 for the Wheel Horse LT-1642.
- The John Deere 116H is heavier: 231 kg versus 219 kg for the Wheel Horse LT-1642.
- The Wheel Horse LT-1642 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 116H | Wheel Horse LT-1642 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1983–1985 | 1982 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 231 kg | 219 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 161 cm | 167 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
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