Bolens H16XT vs John Deere 116
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens H16XT and the John Deere 116 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Bolens H16XT is heavier: 353 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.
- The Bolens H16XT has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens H16XT | John Deere 116 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1981–1983 | 1981–1985 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 353 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 H16XT or the John Deere 116?
The Bolens H16XT and the John Deere 116 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is heavier, the Bolens H16XT or the John Deere 116?
The Bolens H16XT is heavier: 353 kg versus 219 kg for the John Deere 116.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens H16XT or the John Deere 116?
The Bolens H16XT has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".