John Deere X147R vs Simplicity 16FCH48
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere X147R and the Simplicity 16FCH48 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere X147R is the more recent model: production started in 2021, versus 1990 for the Simplicity 16FCH48.
- The Simplicity 16FCH48 is heavier: 287 kg versus 239 kg for the John Deere X147R.
- The Simplicity 16FCH48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere X147R | Simplicity 16FCH48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 2021+ | 1990–1994 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 239 kg | 287 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 101 cm |
| Length | 242 cm | 163 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 48" |