John Deere 265 vs Simplicity 17GTH-L

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John Deere 265

John Deere 265

17 HP · 1988–1994

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Simplicity 17GTH-L

Simplicity 17GTH-L

17 HP · 1990–1992

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 265 and the Simplicity 17GTH-L deliver the same power: 17 HP.
  • The Simplicity 17GTH-L is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1988 for the John Deere 265.
  • The Simplicity 17GTH-L is heavier: 366 kg versus 285 kg for the John Deere 265.
  • The John Deere 265 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 265Simplicity 17GTH-L
Power17 HP17 HP
Production years1988–19941990–1992
Fuel—Gasoline
Cylinders—2
Weight285 kg366 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase121 cm128 cm
Length181 cm177 cm
Mower deck46"42"

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