Husqvarna 1200-18 vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Husqvarna 1200-18 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Husqvarna 1200-18 is the more recent model: production started in 1996, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The Husqvarna 1200-18 is heavier: 294 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
- The Husqvarna 1200-18 has the wider mower deck: 47" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| Husqvarna 1200-18 | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1996–1998 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | 294 kg | 283 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 85 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | 230 cm | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 47" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Husqvarna 1200-18 or the John Deere 285?
The Husqvarna 1200-18 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Husqvarna 1200-18 or the John Deere 285?
The Husqvarna 1200-18 is the more recent model: production started in 1996, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the Husqvarna 1200-18 or the John Deere 285?
The Husqvarna 1200-18 is heavier: 294 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Husqvarna 1200-18 or the John Deere 285?
The Husqvarna 1200-18 has the wider mower deck: 47" versus 46".