John Deere 180 vs Scotts L1742
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 180 and the Scotts L1742 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Scotts L1742 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1986 for the John Deere 180.
- The John Deere 180 is heavier: 256 kg versus 209 kg for the Scotts L1742.
- The Scotts L1742 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 180 | Scotts L1742 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1986–1990 | 2002 |
| Fuel | — | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 256 kg | 209 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | — |
| Length | 167 cm | 152 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
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