John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Simplicity 355
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Simplicity 355: 60 HP versus 5 HP (+55 HP, +1100%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1969 for the Simplicity 355.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 28".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Simplicity 355 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 5 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1969–1971 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 2 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | — |
| Length | 335 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 28" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity 355?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Simplicity 355: 60 HP versus 5 HP (+55 HP, +1100%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity 355?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1969 for the Simplicity 355.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity 355?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 28".