John Deere 140 vs Simplicity 12.5FCH42
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 140 and the Simplicity 12.5FCH42 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
- The Simplicity 12.5FCH42 is the more recent model: production started in 1992, versus 1968 for the John Deere 140.
- The John Deere 140 is heavier: 331 kg versus 287 kg for the Simplicity 12.5FCH42.
- The Simplicity 12.5FCH42 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 140 | Simplicity 12.5FCH42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 1968–1974 | 1992–1994 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | 331 kg | 287 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 116 cm | 101 cm |
| Length | 171 cm | 163 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 140 or the Simplicity 12.5FCH42?
The John Deere 140 and the Simplicity 12.5FCH42 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 140 or the Simplicity 12.5FCH42?
The Simplicity 12.5FCH42 is the more recent model: production started in 1992, versus 1968 for the John Deere 140.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 140 or the Simplicity 12.5FCH42?
The John Deere 140 is heavier: 331 kg versus 287 kg for the Simplicity 12.5FCH42.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 140 or the Simplicity 12.5FCH42?
The Simplicity 12.5FCH42 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".