Cub Cadet 1811 vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1811 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 Cub Cadet 1811.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1811 | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1986–1989 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Electric | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | — | 283 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1811 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet 1811 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1811 or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1986 for the Cub Cadet 1811.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1811 or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 38".