Bolens H16XL vs Kubota F3990
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Kubota F3990 is more powerful than the Bolens H16XL: 39 HP versus 16 HP (+23 HP, +144%).
- The Kubota F3990 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1978 for the Bolens H16XL.
- The Kubota F3990 is heavier: 778 kg versus 367 kg for the Bolens H16XL.
- The Kubota F3990 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens H16XL | Kubota F3990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 39 HP |
| Production years | 1978–1979 | 2014–2024 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 4 |
| Weight | 367 kg | 778 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | 130 cm |
| Length | 179 cm | 251 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 60" |