Bolens H11XL vs John Deere 111
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens H11XL and the John Deere 111 deliver the same power: 11 HP.
- The John Deere 111 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1978 for the Bolens H11XL.
- The Bolens H11XL is heavier: 344 kg versus 201 kg for the John Deere 111.
- The Bolens H11XL has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens H11XL | John Deere 111 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 11 HP | 11 HP |
| Production years | 1978–1979 | 1979–1985 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 344 kg | 201 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | 113 cm |
| Length | — | 157 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |