Bolens 235 vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Bolens 235: 39 HP versus 7 HP (+32 HP, +457%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1962 for the Bolens 235.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 238 kg for the Bolens 235.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 235 | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 1962 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 238 kg | 778 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 12 / 2 | — |
| Wheelbase | 105 cm | 130 cm |
| Length | 156 cm | 251 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 60" |