Bolens H16X1 vs John Deere 116
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens H16X1 and the John Deere 116 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Bolens H16X1 is the more recent model: production started in 1982, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.
- The Bolens H16X1 is heavier: 317 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.
- The Bolens H16X1 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens H16X1 | John Deere 116 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1982–1983 | 1981–1985 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | 317 kg | 219 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | 113 cm |
| Length | 179 cm | 161 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens H16X1 or the John Deere 116?
The Bolens H16X1 and the John Deere 116 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens H16X1 or the John Deere 116?
The Bolens H16X1 is the more recent model: production started in 1982, versus 1981 for the John Deere 116.
Which is heavier, the Bolens H16X1 or the John Deere 116?
The Bolens H16X1 is heavier: 317 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens H16X1 or the John Deere 116?
The Bolens H16X1 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
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