Bolens H-16 vs John Deere 300
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens H-16 and the John Deere 300 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The John Deere 300 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1973 for the Bolens H-16.
- The John Deere 300 is heavier: 317 kg versus 299 kg for the Bolens H-16.
- The Bolens H-16 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens H-16 | John Deere 300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1973–1977 | 1975–1977 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 299 kg | 317 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 107 cm | 116 cm |
| Length | 158 cm | 175 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |