John Deere 56 vs Toro Big Red 25

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John Deere 56

John Deere 56

6 HP · 1970–1974

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Toro Big Red 25

Toro Big Red 25

6 HP · 1964–1970

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 56 and the Toro Big Red 25 deliver the same power: 6 HP.
  • The John Deere 56 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1964 for the Toro Big Red 25.
  • The John Deere 56 is heavier: 122 kg versus 120 kg for the Toro Big Red 25.
  • The John Deere 56 has the wider mower deck: 28" versus 25".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 56Toro Big Red 25
Power6 HP6 HP
Production years1970–19741964–1970
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight122 kg120 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGear
Gears (fwd/rev)2 / 14 / 1
Wheelbase105 cm
Length156 cm
Mower deck28"25"

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