Bolens QS-16 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 QS-16: 60 HP versus 16 HP (+44 HP, +275%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1974 for the Bolens QS-16.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 385 kg for the Bolens QS-16.
- The Bolens QS-16 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens QS-16 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 1974–1977 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Weight | 385 kg | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | — | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 123 cm | 154 cm |
| Length | 179 cm | 335 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
| Mower deck | 48" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens QS-16 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Bolens QS-16: 60 HP versus 16 HP (+44 HP, +275%).
Which is more recent, the Bolens QS-16 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 1974 for the Bolens QS-16.
Which is heavier, the Bolens QS-16 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 385 kg for the Bolens QS-16.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens QS-16 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The Bolens QS-16 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".