John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Simplicity Regent 18G
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity Regent 18G: 64 HP versus 18 HP (+46 HP, +256%).
- The Simplicity Regent 18G is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 201 kg for the Simplicity Regent 18G.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Simplicity Regent 18G | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 2005 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 201 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 127 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 172 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity Regent 18G?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity Regent 18G: 64 HP versus 18 HP (+46 HP, +256%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity Regent 18G?
The Simplicity Regent 18G is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity Regent 18G?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 201 kg for the Simplicity Regent 18G.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity Regent 18G?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

