John Deere 717A vs Simplicity 4041

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John Deere 717A

John Deere 717A

19 HP · 2004–2007

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Simplicity 4041

Simplicity 4041

19 HP · 1973–1974

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 717A and the Simplicity 4041 deliver the same power: 19 HP.
  • The John Deere 717A is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 1973 for the Simplicity 4041.
  • The Simplicity 4041 is heavier: 589 kg versus 513 kg for the John Deere 717A.
  • The Simplicity 4041 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 48".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 717ASimplicity 4041
Power19 HP19 HP
Production years2004–20071973–1974
FuelGasolineElectric
Cylinders22
Weight513 kg589 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase—142 cm
Length190 cm210 cm
Mower deck48"60"

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