John Deere 65 vs Toro 526 Sportsman

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 65

John Deere 65

5 HP · 1978–1983

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Toro 526 Sportsman

Toro 526 Sportsman

5 HP · 1971–1975

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 65 and the Toro 526 Sportsman deliver the same power: 5 HP.
  • The John Deere 65 is the more recent model: production started in 1978, versus 1971 for the Toro 526 Sportsman.
  • The John Deere 65 has the wider mower deck: 28" versus 26".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 65Toro 526 Sportsman
Power5 HP5 HP
Production years1978–19831971–1975
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight122 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 13 / 1
Mower deck28"26"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 65 or the Toro 526 Sportsman?

The John Deere 65 and the Toro 526 Sportsman deliver the same power: 5 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 65 or the Toro 526 Sportsman?

The John Deere 65 is the more recent model: production started in 1978, versus 1971 for the Toro 526 Sportsman.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 65 or the Toro 526 Sportsman?

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

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