Ford LS55 vs John Deere 318

Side-by-side specs comparison

Ford LS55

Ford LS55

18 HP · 1994–1995

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John Deere 318

John Deere 318

18 HP · 1983–1992

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Ford LS55 and the John Deere 318 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The Ford LS55 is the more recent model: production started in 1994, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.

Full specs comparison

Ford LS55John Deere 318
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years1994–19951983–1992
FuelGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight231 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Rear lift capacity290 kg
Wheelbase125 cm116 cm
Length175 cm173 cm
Mower deck38"38"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Ford LS55 or the John Deere 318?

The Ford LS55 and the John Deere 318 deliver the same power: 18 HP.

Which is more recent, the Ford LS55 or the John Deere 318?

The Ford LS55 is the more recent model: production started in 1994, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.

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