Bolens QT-17 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 QT-17: 60 HP versus 17 HP (+43 HP, +253%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1979 for the Bolens QT-17.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 385 kg for the Bolens QT-17.
- The Bolens QT-17 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens QT-17 | John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 60 HP |
| Production years | 1979–1983 | 2018+ |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Weight | 385 kg | 1 892 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 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 QT-17 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Bolens QT-17: 60 HP versus 17 HP (+43 HP, +253%).
Which is more recent, the Bolens QT-17 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 1979 for the Bolens QT-17.
Which is heavier, the Bolens QT-17 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 QT-17.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens QT-17 or the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III?
The Bolens QT-17 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".