Homelite lawn tractors RM-5 vs John Deere 55
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Homelite lawn tractors RM-5 and the John Deere 55 deliver the same power: 5 HP.
- The Homelite lawn tractors RM-5 is the more recent model: production started in 1972, versus 1970 for the John Deere 55.
- The Homelite lawn tractors RM-5 is heavier: 174 kg versus 120 kg for the John Deere 55.
Full specs comparison
| Homelite lawn tractors RM-5 | John Deere 55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 5 HP | 5 HP |
| Production years | 1972–1973 | 1970–1972 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 174 kg | 120 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 2 / 1 |
| Mower deck | 26" | 26" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Homelite lawn tractors RM-5 or the John Deere 55?
The Homelite lawn tractors RM-5 and the John Deere 55 deliver the same power: 5 HP.
Which is more recent, the Homelite lawn tractors RM-5 or the John Deere 55?
The Homelite lawn tractors RM-5 is the more recent model: production started in 1972, versus 1970 for the John Deere 55.
Which is heavier, the Homelite lawn tractors RM-5 or the John Deere 55?
The Homelite lawn tractors RM-5 is heavier: 174 kg versus 120 kg for the John Deere 55.
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