Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 is the more recent model: production started in 2015, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 185 kg for the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2015+ | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | 185 kg | 283 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 119 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | 172 cm | 181 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 is the more recent model: production started in 2015, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 185 kg for the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".