John Deere 180 vs Simplicity 7117
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 180 and the Simplicity 7117 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The John Deere 180 is the more recent model: production started in 1986, versus 1979 for the Simplicity 7117.
- The Simplicity 7117 is heavier: 366 kg versus 256 kg for the John Deere 180.
- The Simplicity 7117 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 180 | Simplicity 7117 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1986–1990 | 1979–1989 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | 256 kg | 366 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | 128 cm |
| Length | 167 cm | 177 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
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