John Deere LR175 vs Simplicity 17GTH-L

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John Deere LR175

John Deere LR175

17 HP · 2004–2010

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Simplicity 17GTH-L

Simplicity 17GTH-L

17 HP · 1990–1992

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere LR175 and the Simplicity 17GTH-L 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-L.
  • The Simplicity 17GTH-L is heavier: 366 kg versus 235 kg for the John Deere LR175.
  • The Simplicity 17GTH-L has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 40".

Full specs comparison

John Deere LR175Simplicity 17GTH-L
Power17 HP17 HP
Production years2004–20101990–1992
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders12
Weight235 kg366 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase115 cm128 cm
Length230 cm177 cm
Mower deck40"42"

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