Bolens 966 vs John Deere 116
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 966 and the John Deere 116 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Bolens 966 is the more recent model: production started in 1991, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.
- The Bolens 966 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 966 | John Deere 116 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1991–1993 | 1981–1985 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | — | 219 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 113 cm |
| Length | — | 161 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 966 or the John Deere 116?
The Bolens 966 and the John Deere 116 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 966 or the John Deere 116?
The Bolens 966 is the more recent model: production started in 1991, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 966 or the John Deere 116?
The Bolens 966 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".