Bolens 1253 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 1253: 60 HP versus 12 HP (+48 HP, +400%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1970 for the Bolens 1253.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 292 kg for the Bolens 1253.
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 1253 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 1970 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 292 kg | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | — |
| Wheelbase | 109 cm | 154 cm |
| Length | 160 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | — | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 1253 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Bolens 1253: 60 HP versus 12 HP (+48 HP, +400%).
Which is more recent, the Bolens 1253 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 1970 for the Bolens 1253.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 1253 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 292 kg for the Bolens 1253.