Cub Cadet Z48 vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet Z48 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Cub Cadet Z48 is the more recent model: production started in 1997, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The Cub Cadet Z48 is heavier: 347 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
- The Cub Cadet Z48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet Z48 | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1997–2000 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | 347 kg | 283 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 121 cm |
| Length | — | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 48" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet Z48 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet Z48 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet Z48 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet Z48 is the more recent model: production started in 1997, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet Z48 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet Z48 is heavier: 347 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet Z48 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet Z48 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".