John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Simplicity Contender 25/61
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Simplicity Contender 25/61: 60 HP versus 25 HP (+35 HP, +140%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2016 for the Simplicity Contender 25/61.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 489 kg for the Simplicity Contender 25/61.
- The Simplicity Contender 25/61 has the wider mower deck: 61" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Simplicity Contender 25/61 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 25 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 2016+ |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 489 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | — |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | — |
| Length | 335 cm | 203 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 61" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity Contender 25/61?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Simplicity Contender 25/61: 60 HP versus 25 HP (+35 HP, +140%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity Contender 25/61?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2016 for the Simplicity Contender 25/61.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity Contender 25/61?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 489 kg for the Simplicity Contender 25/61.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity Contender 25/61?
The Simplicity Contender 25/61 has the wider mower deck: 61" versus 42".