Cub Cadet LT1040 vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet LT1040 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Cub Cadet LT1040 is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 212 kg for the Cub Cadet LT1040.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet LT1040 | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2005–2008 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | 212 kg | 283 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | CVT | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 116 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | 172 cm | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet LT1040 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet LT1040 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet LT1040 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet LT1040 is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet LT1040 or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 212 kg for the Cub Cadet LT1040.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet LT1040 or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".