Compare/Bolens G174 vs Bolens G212 G2102

Bolens G174 vs Bolens G212 G2102

Verdict: Bolens G174 vs Bolens G212 G2102

The Bolens G174 and the Bolens G212 G2102 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Bolens G212 G2102 leads on rated power with 21 hp against 17 hp. Bolens G174 is the lighter machine (518 kg vs 720 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Bolens G212 G2102 holds more fuel (23.1 L vs 12.1 L) for longer stints between fills. Bolens G212 G2102 is the newer design (1984 vs 1978). In short: choose the Bolens G212 G2102 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

21 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

liquid-cooledReference

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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G212

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2WDReference

G214

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4WDReference

TE3210

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similar Iseki modelReference

Engine

Fuel tank

12.1 LReference

23.1 LReference

Engine

12.7 kWReference

15.7 kWReference

Displacement

0.8 LReference

1.2 LReference

Bore/Stroke

78 x 80 mmReference

76 x 86 mmReference

Power

12.7 kWReference

15.7 kWReference

Air cleaner

dry elementReference

dryReference

Pre-heating

glow plugsReference

Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Coolant capacity

4.2 LReference

7.0 LReference

Oil capacity

12.3 LReference

Oil change

100 hReference

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Compression

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22.5:1Reference

Rated RPM

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2600Reference

Transmission

Gears

6 forward and 2 reverseReference

12 forward and 4 reverseReference

Clutch

dry discReference

PTO & Hydraulics

Rear PTO

transmissionReference

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Rear PTO Type

472/752/1177Reference

540/1000 (1.375)Reference

Engine RPM

1177@2700Reference

1000@2444Reference

Pressure

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137.9 barReference

Pump flow

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18.2 lpmReference

Rear Type

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0Reference

Control

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position controlReference

Rear lift

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635 kgReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

128 cmReference

149 cmReference

Weight

518 kgReference

272 kgReference

Front tire

5.00-12Reference

4.00-12Reference

Rear tire

8-16Reference

12.4-16Reference

Standard tires (ag)

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

Front: 4.00-12. Rear: 12.4-16Reference

Length

196 cmReference

267 cmReference

Width

96 cmReference

108 cmReference

Height

119 cmReference

191 cmReference

Ground clearance

26 cmReference

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Front tread

78/94 cmReference

85/96 cmReference

Rear tread

73/83/93 cmReference

87/103 cmReference

Lawn/turf front

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20x8.00-0Reference

Lawn/turf rear

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13.6-16Reference

Clearance (rear axle)

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35 cmReference

Bolens G174 attachments

G174 Serial Numbers

Location:

Serial number plate near gear shift.Reference

Serial number plate on the left side of the main tractor frame, above the front axle.Reference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Battery volts

12Reference

Battery AH

45Reference

Charging system

—

alternatorReference

Charging amps

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35Reference

Battery CCA

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305Reference

Attachment overview

42" Mower deck

Type

unsynchronized gearReference

gearReference

Cutting width

106 cmReference

152 cmReference

Bolens G212 attachments

G212 Serial Numbers

60" Mower deck

Drive

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beltReference

Cut height

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2 to 12 cmReference

Bolens 17385 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

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.