Bolens 930 vs John Deere 57
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 930 and the John Deere 57 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
- The John Deere 57 is the more recent model: production started in 1971, versus 1963 for the Bolens 930.
- The Bolens 930 is heavier: 272 kg versus 147 kg for the John Deere 57.
- The John Deere 57 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 32".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 930 | John Deere 57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1963–1966 | 1971–1974 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 272 kg | 147 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | 2 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 73 cm | — |
| Length | 172 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 32" | 34" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 930 or the John Deere 57?
The Bolens 930 and the John Deere 57 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 930 or the John Deere 57?
The John Deere 57 is the more recent model: production started in 1971, versus 1963 for the Bolens 930.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 930 or the John Deere 57?
The Bolens 930 is heavier: 272 kg versus 147 kg for the John Deere 57.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 930 or the John Deere 57?
The John Deere 57 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 32".
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