Bolens 770 vs John Deere 57
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 770 and the John Deere 57 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
- The John Deere 57 is the more recent model: production started in 1971, versus 1968 for the Bolens 770.
- The Bolens 770 is heavier: 181 kg versus 147 kg for the John Deere 57.
- The John Deere 57 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 32".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 770 | John Deere 57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1968–1969 | 1971–1974 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 181 kg | 147 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | 2 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 102 cm | — |
| Length | 147 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 32" | 34" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 770 or the John Deere 57?
The Bolens 770 and the John Deere 57 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 770 or the John Deere 57?
The John Deere 57 is the more recent model: production started in 1971, versus 1968 for the Bolens 770.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 770 or the John Deere 57?
The Bolens 770 is heavier: 181 kg versus 147 kg for the John Deere 57.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 770 or the John Deere 57?
The John Deere 57 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 32".