Husqvarna LTH18538 vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Husqvarna LTH18538 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Husqvarna LTH18538 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 178 kg for the Husqvarna LTH18538.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Husqvarna LTH18538 | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2010–2012 | 1987–1992 |
| Fuel | Electric | — |
| Weight | 178 kg | 283 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 121 cm |
| Length | 175 cm | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Husqvarna LTH18538 or the John Deere 285?
The Husqvarna LTH18538 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Husqvarna LTH18538 or the John Deere 285?
The Husqvarna LTH18538 is the more recent model: production started in 2010, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the Husqvarna LTH18538 or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 178 kg for the Husqvarna LTH18538.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Husqvarna LTH18538 or the John Deere 285?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 38".
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