Bolens 914 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Bolens 914: 60 HP versus 5 HP (+55 HP, +1100%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1968 for the Bolens 914.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 28".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 914 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 5 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 1968–1969 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | — | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 154 cm |
| Length | — | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 28" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 914 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Bolens 914: 60 HP versus 5 HP (+55 HP, +1100%).
Which is more recent, the Bolens 914 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1968 for the Bolens 914.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 914 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 28".

