John Deere 285 vs Kubota G1900

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 285

John Deere 285

18 HP · 1987–1992

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Kubota G1900

Kubota G1900

18 HP · 1989–2000

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 285 and the Kubota G1900 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The Kubota G1900 is the more recent model: production started in 1989, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
  • The Kubota G1900 is heavier: 320 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
  • The Kubota G1900 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 285Kubota G1900
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years1987–19921989–2000
Cylinders3
Weight283 kg320 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase121 cm129 cm
Length181 cm186 cm
Mower deck46"48"

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