Bolens 1130 vs John Deere 111
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 1130 and the John Deere 111 deliver the same power: 11 HP.
- The Bolens 1130 is the more recent model: production started in 1983, versus 1979 for the John Deere 111.
- The John Deere 111 is heavier: 201 kg versus 172 kg for the Bolens 1130.
- The John Deere 111 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 1130 | John Deere 111 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 11 HP | 11 HP |
| Production years | 1983 | 1979–1985 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 172 kg | 201 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | — | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 113 cm |
| Length | — | 157 cm |
| Mower deck | 30" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 1130 or the John Deere 111?
The Bolens 1130 and the John Deere 111 deliver the same power: 11 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 1130 or the John Deere 111?
The Bolens 1130 is the more recent model: production started in 1983, versus 1979 for the John Deere 111.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 1130 or the John Deere 111?
The John Deere 111 is heavier: 201 kg versus 172 kg for the Bolens 1130.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 1130 or the John Deere 111?
The John Deere 111 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 30".

