Bolens 960 vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 960 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1966 for the Bolens 960.
- The Bolens 960 is heavier: 694 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
- The Bolens 960 has the wider mower deck: 72" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 960 | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1966–1975 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | 694 kg | 283 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 121 cm |
| Length | 259 cm | 181 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
| Mower deck | 72" | 46" |