Cub Cadet 1860 vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1860 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1860 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The Cub Cadet 1860 is heavier: 306 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1860 | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1990–1991 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | 306 kg | 283 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 116 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | — | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1860 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet 1860 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1860 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet 1860 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1860 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet 1860 is heavier: 306 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1860 or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 38".