John Deere SST18 vs Simplicity 6118
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere SST18 and the Simplicity 6118 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The John Deere SST18 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1979 for the Simplicity 6118.
- The John Deere SST18 is heavier: 298 kg versus 195 kg for the Simplicity 6118.
- The John Deere SST18 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere SST18 | Simplicity 6118 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2000–2003 | 1979–1981 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 298 kg | 195 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 125 cm | 122 cm |
| Length | 190 cm | 168 cm |
| Mower deck | 48" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere SST18 or the Simplicity 6118?
The John Deere SST18 and the Simplicity 6118 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere SST18 or the Simplicity 6118?
The John Deere SST18 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1979 for the Simplicity 6118.
Which is heavier, the John Deere SST18 or the Simplicity 6118?
The John Deere SST18 is heavier: 298 kg versus 195 kg for the Simplicity 6118.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere SST18 or the Simplicity 6118?
The John Deere SST18 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".