John Deere 285 vs Kubota T1880

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 285

John Deere 285

18 HP · 1987–1992

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Kubota T1880

Kubota T1880

18 HP · 2008–2017

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 285 and the Kubota T1880 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The Kubota T1880 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
  • The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 279 kg for the Kubota T1880.
  • The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 285Kubota T1880
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years1987–19922008–2017
FuelGasoline
Cylinders1
Weight283 kg279 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticGear
Wheelbase121 cm129 cm
Length181 cm184 cm
Mower deck46"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 285 or the Kubota T1880?

The John Deere 285 and the Kubota T1880 deliver the same power: 18 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 285 or the Kubota T1880?

The Kubota T1880 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 285 or the Kubota T1880?

The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 279 kg for the Kubota T1880.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 285 or the Kubota T1880?

The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".

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