John Deere 180 vs Scotts 42502X
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 180 and the Scotts 42502X deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Scotts 42502X is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1986 for the John Deere 180.
- The Scotts 42502X has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 180 | Scotts 42502X | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1986–1990 | 1998 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | 256 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 6 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | — |
| Length | 167 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 180 or the Scotts 42502X?
The John Deere 180 and the Scotts 42502X deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 180 or the Scotts 42502X?
The Scotts 42502X is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1986 for the John Deere 180.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 180 or the Scotts 42502X?
The Scotts 42502X has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
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