Compare/Bolens G214 G2104 vs Bolens G242

Bolens G214 G2104 vs Bolens G242

Verdict: Bolens G214 G2104 vs Bolens G242

The Bolens G214 G2104 and the Bolens G242 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Bolens G242 leads on rated power with 24 hp against 21 hp. Bolens G242 is the lighter machine (758 kg vs 760 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Bolens G214 G2104 holds more fuel (22.7 L vs 16.3 L) for longer stints between fills. Bolens G214 G2104 is the newer design (1984 vs 1979). In short: choose the Bolens G242 for outright pulling power, or the Bolens G214 G2104 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

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Bolens

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

21 hp

24 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Distributor

BolensReference

Manufacturer

IsekiReference

liquid-cooledReference

Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

Variants

G212

2WDReference

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G214

4WDReference

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TE3210

similar Iseki modelReference

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G242

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2WDReference

G244

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4WDReference

TS2220

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similar Iseki modelReference

Engine

Fuel tank

22.7 LReference

16.3 LReference

Engine

15.7 kWReference

17.9 kWReference

Displacement

1.2 LReference

Bore/Stroke

76 x 86 mmReference

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Power

15.7 kWReference

17.9 kWReference

Air cleaner

dryReference

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Pre-heating

glow plugsReference

Compression

22.5:1Reference

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Rated RPM

2600Reference

Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Coolant capacity

7.0 LReference

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Oil capacity

12.3 LReference

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Torque

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67.8 NmReference

Torque RPM

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2000Reference

Transmission

Gears

12 forward and 4 reverseReference

9 forward and 3 reverseReference

Clutch

dry discReference

PTO & Hydraulics

Type

gearReference

Pressure

137.9 barReference

Pump flow

18.2 lpmReference

11.7 lpmReference

Rear Type

0Reference

1Reference

Control

position controlReference

Position controlReference

Rear lift

635 kgReference

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Rear PTO Type

540/1000 (1.375)Reference

540/1000Reference

Engine RPM

1000@2444Reference

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Rear PTO

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transmissionReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

149 cmReference

148 cmReference

Weight

272 kgReference

Front tire

6.00-12Reference

4.00-12Reference

Rear tire

12.4-16Reference

8.3/8-24Reference

Standard tires (ag)

Front: 6.00-12. Rear: 12.4-16Reference

Front: 4.00-12. Rear: 8.3/8-24Reference

Lawn/turf front

24x8.50-12Reference

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Lawn/turf rear

13.6-16Reference

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Length

267 cmReference

Width

108 cmReference

120 cmReference

Height

191 cmReference

Clearance (front axle)

29 cmReference

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Front tread

94 cmReference

Rear tread

87/103 cmReference

96 to 121 cmReference

Ground clearance

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29 cmReference

Bolens G214 attachments

G214 Serial Numbers

Location:

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

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Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

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Charging amps

35Reference

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Battery CCA

305Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Battery AH

45Reference

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Attachment overview

60" Mower deck

Cutting width

152 cmReference

137 cmReference

Drive

beltReference

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Cut height

2 to 12 cmReference

Bolens 17385 Backhoe

Backhoe type

Bolens 17385 BackhoeReference

Bolens 17380 BackhoeReference

Digging depth

198 cmReference

Reach from pivot

238 cmReference

Loading height

134 cmReference

Bucket Rotation

162°Reference

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Swing Arc

180°Reference

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Bolens G242 attachments

54" Mower deck

Bolens 17380 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.