Bolens G-9 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Bolens G-9: 60 HP versus 8 HP (+52 HP, +650%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1976 for the Bolens G-9.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 272 kg for the Bolens G-9.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens G-9 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 1976–1977 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 272 kg | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 154 cm |
| Length | — | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens G-9 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Bolens G-9: 60 HP versus 8 HP (+52 HP, +650%).
Which is more recent, the Bolens G-9 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1976 for the Bolens G-9.
Which is heavier, the Bolens G-9 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 272 kg for the Bolens G-9.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens G-9 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".