John Deere F915 vs Simplicity 17GTH
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere F915 and the Simplicity 17GTH deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Simplicity 17GTH is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1987 for the John Deere F915.
- The John Deere F915 is heavier: 426 kg versus 232 kg for the Simplicity 17GTH.
- The John Deere F915 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere F915 | Simplicity 17GTH | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 1990–1991 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
| Weight | 426 kg | 232 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 125 cm | 122 cm |
| Length | 215 cm | 170 cm |
| Mower deck | 50" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere F915 or the Simplicity 17GTH?
The John Deere F915 and the Simplicity 17GTH deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere F915 or the Simplicity 17GTH?
The Simplicity 17GTH is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1987 for the John Deere F915.
Which is heavier, the John Deere F915 or the Simplicity 17GTH?
The John Deere F915 is heavier: 426 kg versus 232 kg for the Simplicity 17GTH.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere F915 or the Simplicity 17GTH?
The John Deere F915 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 42".