Bolens 3212G vs John Deere 1600 Turbo
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Bolens 3212G: 64 HP versus 12 HP (+52 HP, +433%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1987 for the Bolens 3212G.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 209 kg for the Bolens 3212G.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 3212G | John Deere 1600 Turbo | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 64 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 2002–2006 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 209 kg | 1 791 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | 152 cm |
| Length | 175 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 3212G or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Bolens 3212G: 64 HP versus 12 HP (+52 HP, +433%).
Which is more recent, the Bolens 3212G or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1987 for the Bolens 3212G.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 3212G or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 209 kg for the Bolens 3212G.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 3212G or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".