Hesston lawn tractors H-180 vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Hesston lawn tractors H-180 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1972 for the Hesston lawn tractors H-180.
- The Hesston lawn tractors H-180 is heavier: 430 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
- The Hesston lawn tractors H-180 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| Hesston lawn tractors H-180 | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1972–1976 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | 430 kg | 283 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Rear lift capacity | 136 kg | — |
| Wheelbase | 105 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | 221 cm | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 48" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Hesston lawn tractors H-180 or the John Deere 285?
The Hesston lawn tractors H-180 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Hesston lawn tractors H-180 or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1972 for the Hesston lawn tractors H-180.
Which is heavier, the Hesston lawn tractors H-180 or the John Deere 285?
The Hesston lawn tractors H-180 is heavier: 430 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Hesston lawn tractors H-180 or the John Deere 285?
The Hesston lawn tractors H-180 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".
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