John Deere 55 vs Simplicity Serf 515
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 55 and the Simplicity Serf 515 deliver the same power: 5 HP.
- The John Deere 55 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1968 for the Simplicity Serf 515.
- The John Deere 55 is heavier: 120 kg versus 116 kg for the Simplicity Serf 515.
- The Simplicity Serf 515 has the wider mower deck: 28" versus 26".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 55 | Simplicity Serf 515 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 5 HP | 5 HP |
| Production years | 1970–1972 | 1968 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 120 kg | 116 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 2 / 1 | 2 / 1 |
| Length | — | 130 cm |
| Mower deck | 26" | 28" |