John Deere 56 vs Snapper lawn tractors 306R

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John Deere 56

John Deere 56

6 HP · 1970–1974

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Snapper lawn tractors 306R

Snapper lawn tractors 306R

6 HP · 1963–1966

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 56 and the Snapper lawn tractors 306R deliver the same power: 6 HP.
  • The John Deere 56 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1963 for the Snapper lawn tractors 306R.
  • The Snapper lawn tractors 306R is heavier: 146 kg versus 122 kg for the John Deere 56.
  • The Snapper lawn tractors 306R has the wider mower deck: 30" versus 28".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 56Snapper lawn tractors 306R
Power6 HP6 HP
Production years1970–19741963–1966
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight122 kg146 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGear
Gears (fwd/rev)2 / 15 / 1
Length149 cm
Mower deck28"30"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 56 or the Snapper lawn tractors 306R?

The John Deere 56 and the Snapper lawn tractors 306R deliver the same power: 6 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 56 or the Snapper lawn tractors 306R?

The John Deere 56 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1963 for the Snapper lawn tractors 306R.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 56 or the Snapper lawn tractors 306R?

The Snapper lawn tractors 306R is heavier: 146 kg versus 122 kg for the John Deere 56.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 56 or the Snapper lawn tractors 306R?

The Snapper lawn tractors 306R has the wider mower deck: 30" versus 28".

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