Bolens DGT-1700 vs John Deere 260
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens DGT-1700 and the John Deere 260 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Bolens DGT-1700 is heavier: 465 kg versus 274 kg for the John Deere 260.
- The John Deere 260 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens DGT-1700 | John Deere 260 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1988–1991 | 1988–1991 |
| Fuel | Electric | — |
| Weight | 465 kg | 274 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 6 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | 194 cm | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens DGT-1700 or the John Deere 260?
The Bolens DGT-1700 and the John Deere 260 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is heavier, the Bolens DGT-1700 or the John Deere 260?
The Bolens DGT-1700 is heavier: 465 kg versus 274 kg for the John Deere 260.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens DGT-1700 or the John Deere 260?
The John Deere 260 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".

