Bolens G12XL 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 G12XL: 60 HP versus 12 HP (+48 HP, +400%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1980 for the Bolens G12XL.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 318 kg for the Bolens G12XL.
Full specs comparison
| Bolens G12XL | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 1980–1981 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 318 kg | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | — | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | 154 cm |
| Length | 179 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens G12XL or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Bolens G12XL: 60 HP versus 12 HP (+48 HP, +400%).
Which is more recent, the Bolens G12XL 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 1980 for the Bolens G12XL.
Which is heavier, the Bolens G12XL or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 318 kg for the Bolens G12XL.