Bolens 728 vs John Deere 57
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 728 and the John Deere 57 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
- The Bolens 728 is the more recent model: production started in 1972, versus 1971 for the John Deere 57.
- The John Deere 57 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 28".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 728 | John Deere 57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1972–1973 | 1971–1974 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 147 kg | 147 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 2 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 109 cm | — |
| Length | 154 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 28" | 34" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 728 or the John Deere 57?
The Bolens 728 and the John Deere 57 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 728 or the John Deere 57?
The Bolens 728 is the more recent model: production started in 1972, versus 1971 for the John Deere 57.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 728 or the John Deere 57?
The John Deere 57 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 28".