Bolens 3118G vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 3118G 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 1986 for the Bolens 3118G.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 3118G | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1986–1987 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | — | 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 | 42" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 3118G or the John Deere 285?
The Bolens 3118G and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 3118G or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1986 for the Bolens 3118G.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 3118G or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".