Bolens 3216H vs John Deere 116
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 3216H and the John Deere 116 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Bolens 3216H is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.
- The John Deere 116 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 3216H | John Deere 116 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1990–1991 | 1981–1985 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | — | 219 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | 113 cm |
| Length | 175 cm | 161 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 3216H or the John Deere 116?
The Bolens 3216H and the John Deere 116 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 3216H or the John Deere 116?
The Bolens 3216H is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 3216H or the John Deere 116?
The John Deere 116 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
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