John Deere 55 vs New Holland lawn tractors R5
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 55 and the New Holland lawn tractors R5 deliver the same power: 5 HP.
- The New Holland lawn tractors R5 is the more recent model: production started in 1973, versus 1970 for the John Deere 55.
- The New Holland lawn tractors R5 is heavier: 159 kg versus 120 kg for the John Deere 55.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 55 | New Holland lawn tractors R5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 5 HP | 5 HP |
| Production years | 1970–1972 | 1973 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 120 kg | 159 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 2 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 111 cm |
| Length | — | 154 cm |
| Mower deck | 26" | 26" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 55 or the New Holland lawn tractors R5?
The John Deere 55 and the New Holland lawn tractors R5 deliver the same power: 5 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 55 or the New Holland lawn tractors R5?
The New Holland lawn tractors R5 is the more recent model: production started in 1973, versus 1970 for the John Deere 55.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 55 or the New Holland lawn tractors R5?
The New Holland lawn tractors R5 is heavier: 159 kg versus 120 kg for the John Deere 55.
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