Cub Cadet ZTT 42 vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet ZTT 42 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Cub Cadet ZTT 42 is the more recent model: production started in 2010, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 242 kg for the Cub Cadet ZTT 42.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet ZTT 42 | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2010–2011 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | 242 kg | 283 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 120 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | 175 cm | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet ZTT 42 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet ZTT 42 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet ZTT 42 or the John Deere 285?
The Cub Cadet ZTT 42 is the more recent model: production started in 2010, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet ZTT 42 or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 242 kg for the Cub Cadet ZTT 42.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet ZTT 42 or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".