Bolens 3012G vs John Deere 165
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 3012G and the John Deere 165 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
- The John Deere 165 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 3012G | John Deere 165 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 1986–1987 | 1986–1988 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
| Weight | — | 213 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | 113 cm |
| Length | 175 cm | 165 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 3012G or the John Deere 165?
The Bolens 3012G and the John Deere 165 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 3012G or the John Deere 165?
The John Deere 165 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".