Cub Cadet 3185 vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 3185 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 3185 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The Cub Cadet 3185 is heavier: 317 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
- The Cub Cadet 3185 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 3185 | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1998 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Electric | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | 317 kg | 283 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 125 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | 183 cm | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 48" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 3185 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet 3185 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 3185 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet 3185 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 3185 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet 3185 is heavier: 317 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 3185 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet 3185 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".