John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Simplicity 17GTH

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John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III

John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III

60 HP · 2018+

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Simplicity 17GTH

Simplicity 17GTH

17 HP · 1990–1991

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Simplicity 17GTH: 60 HP versus 17 HP (+43 HP, +253%).
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1990 for the Simplicity 17GTH.
  • The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 232 kg for the Simplicity 17GTH.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 1600 Turbo Series IIISimplicity 17GTH
Power60 HP17 HP
Production years2018+1990–1991
FuelDieselGasoline
Cylinders42
Weight1 892 kg232 kg
Drive4WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase154 cm122 cm
Length335 cm170 cm
Mower deck42"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity 17GTH?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Simplicity 17GTH: 60 HP versus 17 HP (+43 HP, +253%).

Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity 17GTH?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1990 for the Simplicity 17GTH.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity 17GTH?

The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 232 kg for the Simplicity 17GTH.

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