Bolens 1886 vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Bolens 1886: 39 HP versus 18 HP (+21 HP, +117%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1971 for the Bolens 1886.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 48".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 1886 | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 1971–1972 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Weight | — | 778 kg |
| Drive | — | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 132 cm | 130 cm |
| Length | 193 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 48" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 1886 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Bolens 1886: 39 HP versus 18 HP (+21 HP, +117%).
Which is more recent, the Bolens 1886 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1971 for the Bolens 1886.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 1886 or the Kubota F3990?
The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 48".

