Bolens 960 vs John Deere 318
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 960 and the John Deere 318 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The John Deere 318 is the more recent model: production started in 1983, versus 1966 for the Bolens 960.
- The Bolens 960 has the wider mower deck: 72" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 960 | John Deere 318 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1966–1975 | 1983–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 694 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | — |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 290 kg |
| Wheelbase | — | 116 cm |
| Length | 259 cm | 173 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
| Mower deck | 72" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 960 or the John Deere 318?
The Bolens 960 and the John Deere 318 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 960 or the John Deere 318?
The John Deere 318 is the more recent model: production started in 1983, versus 1966 for the Bolens 960.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 960 or the John Deere 318?
The Bolens 960 has the wider mower deck: 72" versus 38".