John Deere 997 vs Simplicity Citation XT 28/61
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 997 is more powerful than the Simplicity Citation XT 28/61: 31 HP versus 28 HP (+3 HP, +11%).
- The Simplicity Citation XT 28/61 is the more recent model: production started in 2013, versus 2005 for the John Deere 997.
- The Simplicity Citation XT 28/61 has the wider mower deck: 61" versus 60".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 997 | Simplicity Citation XT 28/61 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 31 HP | 28 HP |
| Production years | 2005–2014 | 2013 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
| Weight | 804 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | — |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Length | 243 cm | 200 cm |
| Mower deck | 60" | 61" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 997 or the Simplicity Citation XT 28/61?
The John Deere 997 is more powerful than the Simplicity Citation XT 28/61: 31 HP versus 28 HP (+3 HP, +11%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 997 or the Simplicity Citation XT 28/61?
The Simplicity Citation XT 28/61 is the more recent model: production started in 2013, versus 2005 for the John Deere 997.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 997 or the Simplicity Citation XT 28/61?
The Simplicity Citation XT 28/61 has the wider mower deck: 61" versus 60".