Bolens HT-18 vs John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Bolens HT-18: 60 HP versus 18 HP (+42 HP, +233%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1973 for the Bolens HT-18.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 444 kg for the Bolens HT-18.
- The Bolens HT-18 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens HT-18 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 1973 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Weight | 444 kg | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 132 cm | 154 cm |
| Length | 193 cm | 335 cm |
| Mower deck | 54" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens HT-18 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Bolens HT-18: 60 HP versus 18 HP (+42 HP, +233%).
Which is more recent, the Bolens HT-18 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1973 for the Bolens HT-18.
Which is heavier, the Bolens HT-18 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 444 kg for the Bolens HT-18.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens HT-18 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The Bolens HT-18 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 42".