Bolens 8536 vs John Deere 55
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 8536 and the John Deere 55 deliver the same power: 5 HP.
- The John Deere 55 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1961 for the Bolens 8536.
- The Bolens 8536 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 26".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 8536 | John Deere 55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 5 HP | 5 HP |
| Production years | 1961 | 1970–1972 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | — | 120 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | — | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 2 / 1 |
| Mower deck | 36" | 26" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 8536 or the John Deere 55?
The Bolens 8536 and the John Deere 55 deliver the same power: 5 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 8536 or the John Deere 55?
The John Deere 55 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1961 for the Bolens 8536.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 8536 or the John Deere 55?
The Bolens 8536 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 26".
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