Which is better — John Deere 1E-23 or Solis H26?

Solis H26 lists higher engine horsepower (26 vs 21.5 HP). That is not a PTO advantage — confirm shaft power separately before buying cutters or tillers. Solis H26 is heavier (2,723 vs 1,475 lb operating weight) — usually more stability and traction; John Deere 1E-23 stays easier to maneuver in tight yards. Choose John Deere 1E-23 when you need lower operating weight (1,475 vs 2,723 lb) for tight yards. Choose Solis H26 when you need more rear lift (1,323 vs 758 lb @ 24″) for heavier three-point tools, or more frame mass (2,723 vs 1,475 lb) for traction and stability. Use the Fit checker for your heaviest attachment instead of comparing engine HP alone.

Are these numbers invented?

No. Engine HP, weight, and rear lift come from catalog Facts; PTO/hitch only from verified overlays. Missing Facts show as — — we never invent shaft ratings.

How do I check attachments?

Open the Fit checker with John Deere 1E-23 or Solis H26, pick an attachment type and model, and read Pass/Fail/Partial on hitch, PTO, and lift.

John Deere 1E-23 vs Solis H26

Both sit in the Sub-Compact class with similar engine horsepower (21.5 vs 26 HP). Below: catalog Facts for engine horsepower, weight, and rear lift; PTO and hitch only when verified. The decision points call out who leads on each Fact — engine HP is not a substitute for PTO HP.

Engine horsepower is not PTO horsepower. Missing Facts show as — — we never invent shaft ratings.

John Deere 1E-23 Profile →Solis H26 Profile →Fit checker →

How to choose

Solis H26 lists higher engine horsepower (26 vs 21.5 HP). That is not a PTO advantage — confirm shaft power separately before buying cutters or tillers.
Solis H26 is heavier (2,723 vs 1,475 lb operating weight) — usually more stability and traction; John Deere 1E-23 stays easier to maneuver in tight yards.
Solis H26 has more rear lift (1,323 vs 758 lb @ 24″) — more headroom for heavier three-point tools. John Deere 1E-23 needs lighter implements or stricter ballast discipline.
John Deere 1E-23 has verified 16.2 PTO HP; Solis H26 is missing that Fact — look it up on the OEM sheet before comparing PTO implements.
Next step: open the Fit checker with the tractor that wins on your heaviest implement, and screen hitch, PTO, and lift against that attachment.

When to pick each

Choose John Deere 1E-23 when you need lower operating weight (1,475 vs 2,723 lb) for tight yards.

Choose Solis H26 when you need more rear lift (1,323 vs 758 lb @ 24″) for heavier three-point tools, or more frame mass (2,723 vs 1,475 lb) for traction and stability.

Spec comparison

Spec	John Deere 1E-23	Solis H26
Size class	Sub-Compact	Sub-Compact
Engine horsepower	21.5 HP	26 HP
Operating weight	1,475 lbs	2,723 lbs
Rear hitch lift @ 24″	758 lbs @ 24″	1,323 lbs @ 24″
Hitch category	Limited Category I	—
PTO horsepower	16.2 PTO HP	—
PTO RPM	540 RPM	—

Sources

FAQ

Which is better — John Deere 1E-23 or Solis H26?: Solis H26 lists higher engine horsepower (26 vs 21.5 HP). That is not a PTO advantage — confirm shaft power separately before buying cutters or tillers. Solis H26 is heavier (2,723 vs 1,475 lb operating weight) — usually more stability and traction; John Deere 1E-23 stays easier to maneuver in tight yards. Choose John Deere 1E-23 when you need lower operating weight (1,475 vs 2,723 lb) for tight yards. Choose Solis H26 when you need more rear lift (1,323 vs 758 lb @ 24″) for heavier three-point tools, or more frame mass (2,723 vs 1,475 lb) for traction and stability. Use the Fit checker for your heaviest attachment instead of comparing engine HP alone.
Are these numbers invented?: No. Engine HP, weight, and rear lift come from catalog Facts; PTO/hitch only from verified overlays. Missing Facts show as — — we never invent shaft ratings.
How do I check attachments?: Open the Fit checker with John Deere 1E-23 or Solis H26, pick an attachment type and model, and read Pass/Fail/Partial on hitch, PTO, and lift.