John Deere 1420 vs Simplicity Cobalt 28/61
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1420 and the Simplicity Cobalt 28/61 deliver the same power: 28 HP.
- The Simplicity Cobalt 28/61 is the more recent model: production started in 2016, versus 2001 for the John Deere 1420.
- The Simplicity Cobalt 28/61 has the wider mower deck: 61" versus 60".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1420 | Simplicity Cobalt 28/61 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 28 HP | 28 HP |
| Production years | 2001–2004 | 2016+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
| Weight | — | 587 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | — |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | 139 cm |
| Length | 220 cm | 209 cm |
| Mower deck | 60" | 61" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1420 or the Simplicity Cobalt 28/61?
The John Deere 1420 and the Simplicity Cobalt 28/61 deliver the same power: 28 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1420 or the Simplicity Cobalt 28/61?
The Simplicity Cobalt 28/61 is the more recent model: production started in 2016, versus 2001 for the John Deere 1420.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1420 or the Simplicity Cobalt 28/61?
The Simplicity Cobalt 28/61 has the wider mower deck: 61" versus 60".
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