Bolens 600 vs John Deere 56
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 600 and the John Deere 56 deliver the same power: 6 HP.
- The John Deere 56 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1962 for the Bolens 600.
- The Bolens 600 is heavier: 210 kg versus 122 kg for the John Deere 56.
- The Bolens 600 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 28".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 600 | John Deere 56 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 6 HP | 6 HP |
| Production years | 1962–1965 | 1970–1974 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 210 kg | 122 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 2 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 101 cm | — |
| Length | 152 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 32" | 28" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 600 or the John Deere 56?
The Bolens 600 and the John Deere 56 deliver the same power: 6 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 600 or the John Deere 56?
The John Deere 56 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1962 for the Bolens 600.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 600 or the John Deere 56?
The Bolens 600 is heavier: 210 kg versus 122 kg for the John Deere 56.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 600 or the John Deere 56?
The Bolens 600 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 28".
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