Ford 65 vs John Deere 56
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Ford 65 is heavier: 189 kg versus 122 kg for the John Deere 56.
- The Ford 65 has the wider mower deck: 30" versus 28".
Full specs comparison
| Ford 65 | John Deere 56 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | — | 6 HP |
| Production years | — | 1970–1974 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 189 kg | 122 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 2 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | — |
| Length | 157 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 30" | 28" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is heavier, the Ford 65 or the John Deere 56?
The Ford 65 is heavier: 189 kg versus 122 kg for the John Deere 56.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Ford 65 or the John Deere 56?
The Ford 65 has the wider mower deck: 30" versus 28".

