John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Simplicity 4212
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Simplicity 4212: 60 HP versus 12 HP (+48 HP, +400%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1987 for the Simplicity 4212.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 186 kg for the Simplicity 4212.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Simplicity 4212 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1987–1989 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 186 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 160 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity 4212?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Simplicity 4212: 60 HP versus 12 HP (+48 HP, +400%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity 4212?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1987 for the Simplicity 4212.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity 4212?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 186 kg for the Simplicity 4212.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity 4212?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".