Bolens 1669 vs John Deere 116
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 1669 and the John Deere 116 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Bolens 1669 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.
- The Bolens 1669 is heavier: 356 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.
- The Bolens 1669 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 1669 | John Deere 116 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1990–1993 | 1981–1985 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 356 kg | 219 kg |
| Drive | — | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | 113 cm |
| Length | 179 cm | 161 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |