John Deere Sportfire vs John Deere Trailfire LX

Verdict: John Deere Sportfire vs John Deere Trailfire LX

The John Deere Sportfire and the John Deere Trailfire LX are both snowmobiles — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere Sportfire leads on rated power with 47 hp against 41 hp. John Deere Trailfire LX is the lighter machine (170 kg vs 174 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere Trailfire LX is the newer design (1982 vs 1980). In short: choose the John Deere Sportfire for outright pulling power, or the John Deere Trailfire LX if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.