John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Simplicity 12RTG
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity 12RTG: 64 HP versus 12 HP (+52 HP, +433%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1992 for the Simplicity 12RTG.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 186 kg for the Simplicity 12RTG.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Simplicity 12RTG | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 1992 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 186 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 160 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity 12RTG?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity 12RTG: 64 HP versus 12 HP (+52 HP, +433%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity 12RTG?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1992 for the Simplicity 12RTG.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity 12RTG?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 186 kg for the Simplicity 12RTG.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity 12RTG?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".