Compare/Bolens G174 vs Bolens G194

Bolens G174 vs Bolens G194

Verdict: Bolens G174 vs Bolens G194

The Bolens G174 and the Bolens G194 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Bolens G194 leads on rated power with 19 hp against 17 hp. Bolens G174 is the lighter machine (518 kg vs 863 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Bolens G194 holds more fuel (16.3 L vs 12.1 L) for longer stints between fills. Bolens G194 is the newer design (1979 vs 1978). In short: choose the Bolens G194 for outright pulling power, or the Bolens G174 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Acreage600 acBudgetMain crop / use

Fit & specs

Bolens

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Bolens

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

17 hp

19 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Distributor

BolensReference

Manufacturer

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

Three gears (1-3), plus reverse (R) in three ranges (L/M/H) with additional two-range shift.Reference

Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

Variants

G172

2WDReference

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G174

4WDReference

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TX1500

similar Iseki modelReference

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G192

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2WDReference

G194

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4WDReference

TS1910

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similar Iseki modelReference

Engine

Fuel tank

12.1 LReference

16.3 LReference

Engine

12.7 kWReference

14.2 kWReference

Displacement

0.8 LReference

1.0 LReference

Bore/Stroke

78 x 80 mmReference

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Power

12.7 kWReference

14.2 kWReference

Air cleaner

dry elementReference

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Pre-heating

glow plugsReference

Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Coolant capacity

4.2 LReference

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Oil capacity

12.3 LReference

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Oil change

100 hReference

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Rated RPM

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2600Reference

Torque

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55.6 NmReference

Torque RPM

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2000Reference

Transmission

Gears

6 forward and 2 reverseReference

18 forward and 6 reverseReference

Clutch

dry discReference

PTO & Hydraulics

Rear PTO

transmissionReference

Rear PTO Type

472/752/1177Reference

540/1000Reference

Engine RPM

1177@2700Reference

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Pressure

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137.9 barReference

Pump flow

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11.7 lpmReference

Rear Type

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1Reference

Control

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Position controlReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

128 cmReference

137 cmReference

Weight

518 kgReference

272 kgReference

Front tire

5.00-12Reference

6.00-14Reference

Rear tire

8-16Reference

8.3/8-24Reference

Standard tires (ag)

Front: 5.00-12. Rear: 8-16Reference

Front: 6.00-14. Rear: 8.3/8-24Reference

Length

196 cmReference

267 cmReference

Width

96 cmReference

124 cmReference

Height

119 cmReference

195 cmReference

Ground clearance

26 cmReference

25 cmReference

Front tread

78/94 cmReference

96 cmReference

Rear tread

73/83/93 cmReference

96 to 121 cmReference

Bolens G174 attachments

G174 Serial Numbers

Location:

Serial number plate near gear shift.Reference

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Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Battery volts

12Reference

Battery AH

45Reference

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Attachment overview

42" Mower deck

Type

unsynchronized gearReference

gearReference

Cutting width

106 cmReference

137 cmReference

Bolens G194 attachments

54" Mower deck

Cut height

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2 to 12 cmReference

Bolens 17380 Backhoe

Backhoe type

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Bolens 17380 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

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.