Bolens 1130 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Bolens 1130: 60 HP versus 11 HP (+49 HP, +445%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1983 for the Bolens 1130.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 172 kg for the Bolens 1130.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 1130 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 11 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 1983 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 172 kg | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | — | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 154 cm |
| Length | — | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 30" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 1130 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Bolens 1130: 60 HP versus 11 HP (+49 HP, +445%).
Which is more recent, the Bolens 1130 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1983 for the Bolens 1130.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 1130 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 172 kg for the Bolens 1130.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 1130 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 30".

