John Deere LR175 vs Simplicity 17GTH
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere LR175 and the Simplicity 17GTH deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The John Deere LR175 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 1990 for the Simplicity 17GTH.
- The John Deere LR175 is heavier: 235 kg versus 232 kg for the Simplicity 17GTH.
- The Simplicity 17GTH has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 40".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere LR175 | Simplicity 17GTH | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 2004–2010 | 1990–1991 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | 235 kg | 232 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 115 cm | 122 cm |
| Length | 230 cm | 170 cm |
| Mower deck | 40" | 42" |