John Deere LT166 vs Simplicity 16FCH48
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere LT166 and the Simplicity 16FCH48 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere LT166 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1990 for the Simplicity 16FCH48.
- The Simplicity 16FCH48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere LT166 | Simplicity 16FCH48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1998–2001 | 1990–1994 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | — | 287 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 117 cm | 101 cm |
| Length | 172 cm | 163 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere LT166 or the Simplicity 16FCH48?
The John Deere LT166 and the Simplicity 16FCH48 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere LT166 or the Simplicity 16FCH48?
The John Deere LT166 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1990 for the Simplicity 16FCH48.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere LT166 or the Simplicity 16FCH48?
The Simplicity 16FCH48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 38".