Bolens 853 vs John Deere 100
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 853 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 1970 for the Bolens 853.
- The Bolens 853 is heavier: 249 kg versus 176 kg for the John Deere 100.
- The Bolens 853 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 34".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 853 | John Deere 100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1970–1971 | 1975–1978 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | 249 kg | 176 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 107 cm | 107 cm |
| Length | 158 cm | 149 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 34" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 853 or the John Deere 100?
The Bolens 853 and the John Deere 100 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 853 or the John Deere 100?
The John Deere 100 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1970 for the Bolens 853.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 853 or the John Deere 100?
The Bolens 853 is heavier: 249 kg versus 176 kg for the John Deere 100.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 853 or the John Deere 100?
The Bolens 853 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 34".