Bolens 650
The Bolens 650 is a garden tractor introduced in 1966 as part of the Tube Frame Series. It features a 6 hp Briggs & Stratton 231cc 1-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine, a 3-speed gear transmission with two range pulleys for a second speed range, and two-wheel manual steering. The tractor has a wheelbase of 42.5 inches, weighs 585 lbs, and rides on 4.00-8 front and 6.00-12 rear tires. It supports attachments including a 32" mid-mount mower deck, a 36" snowblower, and a 42" front-mount blade. The original price was $536 in 1965.
Power6 hp
Founded32" deck
Model650
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Bolens 650
Tires
| Rear tire | 6.00-12 |
|---|---|
| Front tire | 4.00-8 |
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Briggs & Stratton 146402 |
| Power | 6 hp (4.5 kW) |
| Cooling | air-cooled |
| Starter | manual recoil, electric optional |
| Cylinders | 1-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 1 gal (3.8 L) |
| Rated RPM | 3600 |
| Bore/Stroke | 2.75x2.375 inches (70 x 60 mm) |
| Displacement | 231 cc (14.1 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 2.75 qts (2.6 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Overview
| Series | Tube Frame Series |
|---|---|
| Category | Garden tractor |
| Original price | $536 in 1965 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
Dimensions
| Width | 30.5 inches (77 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 40 inches (101 cm) |
| Length | 62.5 inches (158 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 42.5 inches (107 cm) |
| Shipping weight | 585 lbs (265 kg) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
Attachments
| Blade | 42 inches (106 cm) width, front-mount |
|---|---|
| Snowblower | 36 inches (91 cm) width, front-mount |
| 32" mid-mount mower deck | 32 inches (81 cm) cutting width, 3-blade, mid-mount Bolens |
Transmission
| Type | gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
| Details | The three-speed transmission is fitted with two range pulleys. Changing the input belt allows for a second speed range. |
Drive and steering
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Steering | manual |
| Operator station | Open |
