John Deere 300 vs Simplicity 16FCH48
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 300 and the Simplicity 16FCH48 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Simplicity 16FCH48 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1975 for the John Deere 300.
- The John Deere 300 is heavier: 317 kg versus 287 kg for the Simplicity 16FCH48.
- The Simplicity 16FCH48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 300 | Simplicity 16FCH48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1975–1977 | 1990–1994 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | 317 kg | 287 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 116 cm | 101 cm |
| Length | 175 cm | 163 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 300 or the Simplicity 16FCH48?
The John Deere 300 and the Simplicity 16FCH48 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 300 or the Simplicity 16FCH48?
The Simplicity 16FCH48 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1975 for the John Deere 300.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 300 or the Simplicity 16FCH48?
The John Deere 300 is heavier: 317 kg versus 287 kg for the Simplicity 16FCH48.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 300 or the Simplicity 16FCH48?
The Simplicity 16FCH48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 38".