Bolens 1256 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 1256: 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 1256.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 308 kg for the Bolens 1256.
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 1256 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 1970–1972 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 308 kg | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 107 cm | 154 cm |
| Length | 158 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | — | 42" |