Bolens 828 vs John Deere 100
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 828 and the John Deere 100 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The John Deere 100 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1974 for the Bolens 828.
- The John Deere 100 is heavier: 176 kg versus 151 kg for the Bolens 828.
- The John Deere 100 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 28".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 828 | John Deere 100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1974–1978 | 1975–1978 |
| Weight | 151 kg | 176 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | — | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 109 cm | 107 cm |
| Length | 154 cm | 149 cm |
| Mower deck | 28" | 34" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 828 or the John Deere 100?
The Bolens 828 and the John Deere 100 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 828 or the John Deere 100?
The John Deere 100 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1974 for the Bolens 828.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 828 or the John Deere 100?
The John Deere 100 is heavier: 176 kg versus 151 kg for the Bolens 828.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 828 or the John Deere 100?
The John Deere 100 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 28".