Bolens H18XL vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens H18XL 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 1980 for the Bolens H18XL.
- The Bolens H18XL is heavier: 356 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens H18XL | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1980–1981 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | 356 kg | 283 kg |
| Drive | — | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | 179 cm | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens H18XL or the John Deere 285?
The Bolens H18XL and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens H18XL or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1980 for the Bolens H18XL.
Which is heavier, the Bolens H18XL or the John Deere 285?
The Bolens H18XL is heavier: 356 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens H18XL or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".