John Deere SST16 vs Simplicity 16FCH48
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere SST16 and the Simplicity 16FCH48 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere SST16 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1990 for the Simplicity 16FCH48.
- The John Deere SST16 is heavier: 290 kg versus 287 kg for the Simplicity 16FCH48.
- The Simplicity 16FCH48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere SST16 | Simplicity 16FCH48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 2000–2003 | 1990–1994 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 290 kg | 287 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 125 cm | 101 cm |
| Length | 190 cm | 163 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere SST16 or the Simplicity 16FCH48?
The John Deere SST16 and the Simplicity 16FCH48 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere SST16 or the Simplicity 16FCH48?
The John Deere SST16 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1990 for the Simplicity 16FCH48.
Which is heavier, the John Deere SST16 or the Simplicity 16FCH48?
The John Deere SST16 is heavier: 290 kg versus 287 kg for the Simplicity 16FCH48.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere SST16 or the Simplicity 16FCH48?
The Simplicity 16FCH48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".