John Deere 180 vs White ZT-42
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 180 and the White ZT-42 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The White ZT-42 is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 1986 for the John Deere 180.
- The John Deere 180 is heavier: 256 kg versus 217 kg for the White ZT-42.
- The White ZT-42 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 180 | White ZT-42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1986–1990 | 2005–2008 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 256 kg | 217 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | 110 cm |
| Length | 167 cm | 170 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 180 or the White ZT-42?
The John Deere 180 and the White ZT-42 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 180 or the White ZT-42?
The White ZT-42 is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 1986 for the John Deere 180.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 180 or the White ZT-42?
The John Deere 180 is heavier: 256 kg versus 217 kg for the White ZT-42.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 180 or the White ZT-42?
The White ZT-42 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
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