Bolens 1220 vs John Deere 120
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 1220 and the John Deere 120 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
- The John Deere 120 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1969 for the Bolens 1220.
- The John Deere 120 is heavier: 333 kg versus 292 kg for the Bolens 1220.
- The Bolens 1220 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 1220 | John Deere 120 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 1969 | 1970–1971 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | 292 kg | 333 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | — |
| Wheelbase | 102 cm | 116 cm |
| Length | 158 cm | 171 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 1220 or the John Deere 120?
The Bolens 1220 and the John Deere 120 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 1220 or the John Deere 120?
The John Deere 120 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1969 for the Bolens 1220.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 1220 or the John Deere 120?
The John Deere 120 is heavier: 333 kg versus 292 kg for the Bolens 1220.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 1220 or the John Deere 120?
The Bolens 1220 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".