John Deere 180 vs Simplicity 6517
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 180 and the Simplicity 6517 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Simplicity 6517 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1986 for the John Deere 180.
- The John Deere 180 is heavier: 256 kg versus 232 kg for the Simplicity 6517.
- The Simplicity 6517 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 180 | Simplicity 6517 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1986–1990 | 1988–1989 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | 256 kg | 232 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | 122 cm |
| Length | 167 cm | 170 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
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