Bolens 1600H vs John Deere 116
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 1600H and the John Deere 116 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Bolens 1600H is the more recent model: production started in 1983, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.
- The Bolens 1600H is heavier: 356 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.
- The Bolens 1600H has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 1600H | John Deere 116 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1983–1989 | 1981–1985 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 356 kg | 219 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | 113 cm |
| Length | 179 cm | 161 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 1600H or the John Deere 116?
The Bolens 1600H and the John Deere 116 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 1600H or the John Deere 116?
The Bolens 1600H is the more recent model: production started in 1983, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 1600H or the John Deere 116?
The Bolens 1600H is heavier: 356 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 1600H or the John Deere 116?
The Bolens 1600H has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
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