John Deere 180 vs Toro 17-42Z

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 180

John Deere 180

17 HP · 1986–1990

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Toro 17-42Z

Toro 17-42Z

17 HP · 2003–2004

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 180 and the Toro 17-42Z deliver the same power: 17 HP.
  • The Toro 17-42Z is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 1986 for the John Deere 180.
  • The Toro 17-42Z has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 180Toro 17-42Z
Power17 HP17 HP
Production years1986–19902003–2004
FuelGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight256 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 1
Wheelbase113 cm
Length167 cm
Mower deck38"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 180 or the Toro 17-42Z?

The John Deere 180 and the Toro 17-42Z deliver the same power: 17 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 180 or the Toro 17-42Z?

The Toro 17-42Z is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 1986 for the John Deere 180.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 180 or the Toro 17-42Z?

The Toro 17-42Z has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

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