Bolens 1130 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Bolens 1130: 64 HP versus 11 HP (+53 HP, +482%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1983 for the Bolens 1130.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 172 kg for the Bolens 1130.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 1130 | John Deere 1600 Turbo | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 11 HP | 64 HP |
| Production years | 1983 | 2002–2006 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 172 kg | 1 791 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | — | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 152 cm |
| Length | — | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 30" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 1130 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Bolens 1130: 64 HP versus 11 HP (+53 HP, +482%).
Which is more recent, the Bolens 1130 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1983 for the Bolens 1130.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 1130 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 172 kg for the Bolens 1130.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 1130 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 30".

