Bolens 943 vs John Deere 111
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 943 and the John Deere 111 deliver the same power: 11 HP.
- The Bolens 943 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1979 for the John Deere 111.
- The John Deere 111 is heavier: 201 kg versus 200 kg for the Bolens 943.
- The Bolens 943 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 943 | John Deere 111 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 11 HP | 11 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1987 | 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 | 220 cm | 157 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |