John Deere 56 vs Toro Big Red 32

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 56

John Deere 56

6 HP · 1970–1974

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Toro Big Red 32

Toro Big Red 32

6 HP · 1964–1965

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 56 and the Toro Big Red 32 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 32.
  • The Toro Big Red 32 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 28".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 56Toro Big Red 32
Power6 HP6 HP
Production years1970–19741964–1965
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight122 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGear
Gears (fwd/rev)2 / 14 / 1
Mower deck28"32"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 56 or the Toro Big Red 32?

The John Deere 56 and the Toro Big Red 32 deliver the same power: 6 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 56 or the Toro Big Red 32?

The John Deere 56 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1964 for the Toro Big Red 32.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 56 or the Toro Big Red 32?

The Toro Big Red 32 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 28".

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