Bolens 900 vs John Deere 108
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 900 and the John Deere 108 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1964 for the Bolens 900.
- The Bolens 900 is heavier: 283 kg versus 183 kg for the John Deere 108.
- The Bolens 900 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 900 | John Deere 108 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1964–1965 | 1979–1985 |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 283 kg | 183 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 109 cm | 113 cm |
| Length | 160 cm | 157 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 30" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 900 or the John Deere 108?
The Bolens 900 and the John Deere 108 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 900 or the John Deere 108?
The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1964 for the Bolens 900.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 900 or the John Deere 108?
The Bolens 900 is heavier: 283 kg versus 183 kg for the John Deere 108.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 900 or the John Deere 108?
The Bolens 900 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 30".
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