Bolens 235 vs John Deere 57
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 235 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 1962 for the Bolens 235.
- The Bolens 235 is heavier: 238 kg versus 147 kg for the John Deere 57.
- The Bolens 235 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 34".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 235 | John Deere 57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1962 | 1971–1974 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 238 kg | 147 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 12 / 2 | 2 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 105 cm | — |
| Length | 156 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 38" | 34" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 235 or the John Deere 57?
The Bolens 235 and the John Deere 57 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 235 or the John Deere 57?
The John Deere 57 is the more recent model: production started in 1971, versus 1962 for the Bolens 235.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 235 or the John Deere 57?
The Bolens 235 is heavier: 238 kg versus 147 kg for the John Deere 57.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 235 or the John Deere 57?
The Bolens 235 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 34".
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