John Deere LTR180 vs Simplicity 17GTH-L

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere LTR180

John Deere LTR180

17 HP · 2002–2006

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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 LTR180 and the Simplicity 17GTH-L deliver the same power: 17 HP.
  • The John Deere LTR180 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1990 for the Simplicity 17GTH-L.
  • The Simplicity 17GTH-L is heavier: 366 kg versus 271 kg for the John Deere LTR180.

Full specs comparison

John Deere LTR180Simplicity 17GTH-L
Power17 HP17 HP
Production years2002–20061990–1992
Fuel—Gasoline
Cylinders22
Weight271 kg366 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase121 cm128 cm
Length172 cm177 cm
Mower deck42"42"

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