Cub Cadet 365L vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 365L and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 365L is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The Cub Cadet 365L has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 365L | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2001 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | — | 283 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 121 cm |
| Length | — | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 54" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 365L or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet 365L and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 365L or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet 365L is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 365L or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet 365L has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 46".