John Deere 65 vs Roper lawn tractors K511

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John Deere 65

John Deere 65

5 HP · 1978–1983

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Roper lawn tractors K511

Roper lawn tractors K511

5 HP · 1973–1974

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 65 and the Roper lawn tractors K511 deliver the same power: 5 HP.
  • The John Deere 65 is the more recent model: production started in 1978, versus 1973 for the Roper lawn tractors K511.
  • The Roper lawn tractors K511 is heavier: 131 kg versus 122 kg for the John Deere 65.
  • The John Deere 65 has the wider mower deck: 28" versus 26".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 65Roper lawn tractors K511
Power5 HP5 HP
Production years1978–19831973–1974
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight122 kg131 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 1
Wheelbase102 cm
Length146 cm
Mower deck28"26"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 65 or the Roper lawn tractors K511?

The John Deere 65 and the Roper lawn tractors K511 deliver the same power: 5 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 65 or the Roper lawn tractors K511?

The John Deere 65 is the more recent model: production started in 1978, versus 1973 for the Roper lawn tractors K511.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 65 or the Roper lawn tractors K511?

The Roper lawn tractors K511 is heavier: 131 kg versus 122 kg for the John Deere 65.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 65 or the Roper lawn tractors K511?

The John Deere 65 has the wider mower deck: 28" versus 26".

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