Craftsman T130 vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman T130 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Craftsman T130 is the more recent model: production started in 2019, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 231 kg for the Craftsman T130.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman T130 | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2019 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | 231 kg | 283 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | CVT | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 121 cm |
| Length | — | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman T130 or the John Deere 285?
The Craftsman T130 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman T130 or the John Deere 285?
The Craftsman T130 is the more recent model: production started in 2019, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman T130 or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 231 kg for the Craftsman T130.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman T130 or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".