Bolens 966 vs John Deere 116H
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 966 and the John Deere 116H deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Bolens 966 is the more recent model: production started in 1991, versus 1983 for the John Deere 116H.
- The Bolens 966 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 966 | John Deere 116H | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1991–1993 | 1983–1985 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | — | 231 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 113 cm |
| Length | — | 161 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |