Bolens 3018G vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 3018G and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Bolens 3018G is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 233 kg for the Bolens 3018G.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 3018G | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1988–1989 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | 233 kg | 283 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | 175 cm | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 3018G or the John Deere 285?
The Bolens 3018G and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 3018G or the John Deere 285?
The Bolens 3018G is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 3018G or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 233 kg for the Bolens 3018G.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 3018G or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 36".