Bolens 800 vs John Deere 57
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 800 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 1963 for the Bolens 800.
- The Bolens 800 is heavier: 269 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 800 | John Deere 57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1963–1965 | 1971–1974 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 269 kg | 147 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 2 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 107 cm | — |
| Length | 158 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 32" | 34" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 800 or the John Deere 57?
The Bolens 800 and the John Deere 57 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 800 or the John Deere 57?
The John Deere 57 is the more recent model: production started in 1971, versus 1963 for the Bolens 800.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 800 or the John Deere 57?
The Bolens 800 is heavier: 269 kg versus 147 kg for the John Deere 57.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 800 or the John Deere 57?
The John Deere 57 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 32".
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