Cub Cadet 1861 vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1861 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1861 is the more recent model: production started in 1991, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The Cub Cadet 1861 is heavier: 379 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1861 | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1991–1992 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | 379 kg | 283 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 118 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1861 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet 1861 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1861 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet 1861 is the more recent model: production started in 1991, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1861 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet 1861 is heavier: 379 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1861 or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".