Ariens lawn tractors GT18D vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Ariens lawn tractors GT18D and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1984 for the Ariens lawn tractors GT18D.
- The Ariens lawn tractors GT18D is heavier: 480 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Ariens lawn tractors GT18D | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1984–1987 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Diesel | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | 480 kg | 283 kg |
| Drive | — | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 132 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | 200 cm | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Ariens lawn tractors GT18D or the John Deere 285?
The Ariens lawn tractors GT18D and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Ariens lawn tractors GT18D or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1984 for the Ariens lawn tractors GT18D.
Which is heavier, the Ariens lawn tractors GT18D or the John Deere 285?
The Ariens lawn tractors GT18D is heavier: 480 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Ariens lawn tractors GT18D or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".