Bolens 915 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 915: 60 HP versus 6 HP (+54 HP, +900%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1969 for the Bolens 915.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 32".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 915 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 6 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 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 | 32" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 915 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Bolens 915: 60 HP versus 6 HP (+54 HP, +900%).
Which is more recent, the Bolens 915 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 1969 for the Bolens 915.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 915 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 32".

