Bolens 231 vs John Deere 57
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 231 and the John Deere 57 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
- The John Deere 57 is the more recent model: production started in 1971, versus 1960 for the Bolens 231.
- The Bolens 231 is heavier: 226 kg versus 147 kg for the John Deere 57.
- The Bolens 231 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 34".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 231 | John Deere 57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1960 | 1971–1974 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 226 kg | 147 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | CVT | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | 2 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 105 cm | — |
| Length | 156 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 38" | 34" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 231 or the John Deere 57?
The Bolens 231 and the John Deere 57 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 231 or the John Deere 57?
The John Deere 57 is the more recent model: production started in 1971, versus 1960 for the Bolens 231.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 231 or the John Deere 57?
The Bolens 231 is heavier: 226 kg versus 147 kg for the John Deere 57.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 231 or the John Deere 57?
The Bolens 231 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 34".
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