Bolens 21HD vs John Deere 56
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 21HD and the John Deere 56 deliver the same power: 6 HP.
- The John Deere 56 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1957 for the Bolens 21HD.
- The Bolens 21HD is heavier: 208 kg versus 122 kg for the John Deere 56.
- The Bolens 21HD has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 28".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 21HD | John Deere 56 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 6 HP | 6 HP |
| Production years | 1957 | 1970–1974 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 208 kg | 122 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | CVT | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | 2 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 105 cm | — |
| Length | 156 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 36" | 28" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 21HD or the John Deere 56?
The Bolens 21HD and the John Deere 56 deliver the same power: 6 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 21HD or the John Deere 56?
The John Deere 56 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1957 for the Bolens 21HD.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 21HD or the John Deere 56?
The Bolens 21HD is heavier: 208 kg versus 122 kg for the John Deere 56.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 21HD or the John Deere 56?
The Bolens 21HD has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 28".