John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Simplicity CFC 18
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Simplicity CFC 18: 60 HP versus 18 HP (+42 HP, +233%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1990 for the Simplicity CFC 18.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 312 kg for the Simplicity CFC 18.
- The Simplicity CFC 18 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Simplicity CFC 18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1990–1994 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 312 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | — |
| Length | 335 cm | 182 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity CFC 18?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Simplicity CFC 18: 60 HP versus 18 HP (+42 HP, +233%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity CFC 18?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1990 for the Simplicity CFC 18.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity CFC 18?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 312 kg for the Simplicity CFC 18.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity CFC 18?
The Simplicity CFC 18 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".