John Deere 997 vs Simplicity Prestige 30
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 997 is more powerful than the Simplicity Prestige 30: 31 HP versus 30 HP (+1 HP, +3%).
- The Simplicity Prestige 30 is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 2005 for the John Deere 997.
- The John Deere 997 is heavier: 804 kg versus 369 kg for the Simplicity Prestige 30.
- The John Deere 997 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 997 | Simplicity Prestige 30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 31 HP | 30 HP |
| Production years | 2005–2014 | 2012–2013 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
| Weight | 804 kg | 369 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 134 cm |
| Length | 243 cm | 190 cm |
| Mower deck | 60" | 46" |