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Bolens G172 vs Bolens H1704
Verdict: Bolens G172 vs Bolens H1704
The Bolens G172 and the Bolens H1704 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 17 hp. Bolens G172 is the lighter machine (479 kg vs 575 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Bolens G172 holds more fuel (12.1 L vs 12.0 L) for longer stints between fills. Bolens H1704 is the newer design (1985 vs 1978). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.
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Fit & specs
Bolens
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Bolens
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
17 hp
17 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Distributor
BolensReference
BolensReference
Manufacturer
IsekiReference
IsekiReference
Three gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) with additional high-low range shift. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears and range.Reference
liquid-cooledReference
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
mechanical standardReference
Variants
G172
2WDReference
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G174
4WDReference
gear driveReference
TX1500
similar Iseki modelReference
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H1704
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hydrostaticReference
TX2160
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similar Iseki modelReference
Engine
Fuel tank
12.1 LReference
12.0 LReference
Engine
12.7 kWReference
12.7 kWReference
Displacement
0.8 LReference
0.8 LReference
Bore/Stroke
78 x 80 mmReference
68 x 78 mmReference
Power
12.7 kWReference
12.7 kWReference
Air cleaner
dry elementReference
dry elementReference
Pre-heating
glow plugsReference
glow plugsReference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Coolant capacity
4.2 LReference
4.2 LReference
Oil capacity
12.3 LReference
13.0 LReference
Oil change
100 hReference
100 hReference
Compression
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22:1Reference
Rated RPM
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2600Reference
Torque
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47.1 NmReference
Torque RPM
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1800Reference
Transmission
Gears
6 forward and 2 reverseReference
infinite forward and reverseReference
Clutch
dry discReference
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PTO & Hydraulics
Rear PTO
transmissionReference
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Rear PTO Type
472/752/1177Reference
454/724/1185Reference
Engine RPM
1177@2700Reference
1185@2700Reference
Pressure
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127.6 barReference
Pump flow
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11.4 lpmReference
Rear Type
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I/0Reference
Control
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position controlReference
Rear lift
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376 kgReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
128 cmReference
128 cmReference
Weight
479 kgReference
272 kgReference
Front tire
4.00-12Reference
5.00-12Reference
Rear tire
8-16Reference
8-16Reference
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 4.00-12. Rear: 8-16Reference
Front: 5.00-12. Rear: 8-16Reference
Lawn/turf front
20x8.00-10Reference
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Lawn/turf rear
8-16Reference
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Length
194 cmReference
195 cmReference
Width
96 cmReference
114 cmReference
Height
119 cmReference
167 cmReference
Ground clearance
27 cmReference
24 cmReference
Front tread
71/87 cmReference
76 cmReference
Rear tread
73/83/93 cmReference
77/88 cmReference
Bolens G172 attachments
G172 Serial Numbers
Location:
Serial number plate near gear shift.Reference
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Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Battery AH
45Reference
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Charging system
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alternatorReference
Charging amps
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35Reference
Battery CCA
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305Reference
Attachment overview
42" Mower deck
Type
unsynchronized gearReference
hydrostaticReference
Cutting width
106 cmReference
121 cmReference
Bolens H1704 attachments
48" Mower deck
Drive
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shaftReference
Cut height
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2 to 12 cmReference
Bolens 1380 Backhoe
Backhoe type
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Bolens 17385 BackhoeReference
Digging depth
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198 cmReference
Reach from pivot
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238 cmReference
Loading height
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134 cmReference
Bucket Rotation
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162°Reference
Swing Arc
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180°Reference
Bolens 17385 Backhoe
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.