Bolens 942 vs John Deere 111
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 942 and the John Deere 111 deliver the same power: 11 HP.
- The Bolens 942 is the more recent model: production started in 1982, versus 1979 for the John Deere 111.
- The John Deere 111 is heavier: 201 kg versus 200 kg for the Bolens 942.
- The Bolens 942 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 942 | John Deere 111 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 11 HP | 11 HP |
| Production years | 1982–1984 | 1979–1985 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 200 kg | 201 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 113 cm |
| Length | 210 cm | 157 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 942 or the John Deere 111?
The Bolens 942 and the John Deere 111 deliver the same power: 11 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 942 or the John Deere 111?
The Bolens 942 is the more recent model: production started in 1982, versus 1979 for the John Deere 111.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 942 or the John Deere 111?
The John Deere 111 is heavier: 201 kg versus 200 kg for the Bolens 942.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 942 or the John Deere 111?
The Bolens 942 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".