Bolens 944 vs John Deere 165
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 944 and the John Deere 165 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
- The Bolens 944 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1986 for the John Deere 165.
- The John Deere 165 is heavier: 213 kg versus 200 kg for the Bolens 944.
- The Bolens 944 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 944 | John Deere 165 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 1988–1993 | 1986–1988 |
| Fuel | Electric | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 200 kg | 213 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 113 cm |
| Length | 220 cm | 165 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 944 or the John Deere 165?
The Bolens 944 and the John Deere 165 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 944 or the John Deere 165?
The Bolens 944 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1986 for the John Deere 165.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 944 or the John Deere 165?
The John Deere 165 is heavier: 213 kg versus 200 kg for the Bolens 944.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 944 or the John Deere 165?
The Bolens 944 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".