Bolens 8436 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Bolens 8436: 64 HP versus 5 HP (+59 HP, +1180%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1960 for the Bolens 8436.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 8436 | John Deere 1600 Turbo | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 5 HP | 64 HP |
| Production years | 1960–1970 | 2002–2006 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | — | 1 791 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | — | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 152 cm |
| Length | 137 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 8436 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Bolens 8436: 64 HP versus 5 HP (+59 HP, +1180%).
Which is more recent, the Bolens 8436 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1960 for the Bolens 8436.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 8436 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".