John Deere 55 vs Toro Sportsman Rider
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 55 and the Toro Sportsman Rider deliver the same power: 5 HP.
- The John Deere 55 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1959 for the Toro Sportsman Rider.
- The Toro Sportsman Rider has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 26".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 55 | Toro Sportsman Rider | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 5 HP | 5 HP |
| Production years | 1970–1972 | 1959–1962 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 120 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 2 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Mower deck | 26" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 55 or the Toro Sportsman Rider?
The John Deere 55 and the Toro Sportsman Rider deliver the same power: 5 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 55 or the Toro Sportsman Rider?
The John Deere 55 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1959 for the Toro Sportsman Rider.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 55 or the Toro Sportsman Rider?
The Toro Sportsman Rider has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 26".
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