John Deere 260 vs Simplicity 17GTH
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 260 and the Simplicity 17GTH deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Simplicity 17GTH is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1988 for the John Deere 260.
- The John Deere 260 is heavier: 274 kg versus 232 kg for the Simplicity 17GTH.
- The John Deere 260 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 260 | Simplicity 17GTH | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1988–1991 | 1990–1991 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 274 kg | 232 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 122 cm |
| Length | 181 cm | 170 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 260 or the Simplicity 17GTH?
The John Deere 260 and the Simplicity 17GTH deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 260 or the Simplicity 17GTH?
The Simplicity 17GTH is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1988 for the John Deere 260.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 260 or the Simplicity 17GTH?
The John Deere 260 is heavier: 274 kg versus 232 kg for the Simplicity 17GTH.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 260 or the Simplicity 17GTH?
The John Deere 260 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".