Bolens DGT-1700 vs John Deere LX186
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens DGT-1700 and the John Deere LX186 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The John Deere LX186 is the more recent model: production started in 1991, versus 1988 for the Bolens DGT-1700.
- The John Deere LX186 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens DGT-1700 | John Deere LX186 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1988–1991 | 1991–1992 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 465 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | 116 cm |
| Length | 194 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens DGT-1700 or the John Deere LX186?
The Bolens DGT-1700 and the John Deere LX186 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens DGT-1700 or the John Deere LX186?
The John Deere LX186 is the more recent model: production started in 1991, versus 1988 for the Bolens DGT-1700.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens DGT-1700 or the John Deere LX186?
The John Deere LX186 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

