Cub Cadet 1872 vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1872 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1872 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1872 | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1989 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Electric | — |
| Weight | — | 283 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 131 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | 199 cm | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 50" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1872 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet 1872 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1872 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet 1872 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 46".