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" |