Cub Cadet i1042 vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet i1042 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Cub Cadet i1042 is the more recent model: production started in 2009, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet i1042 | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2009 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | — | 283 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 121 cm |
| Length | — | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet i1042 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet i1042 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet i1042 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet i1042 is the more recent model: production started in 2009, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet i1042 or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
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