John Deere 285 vs Kubota ZD18
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 285 and the Kubota ZD18 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Kubota ZD18 is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The Kubota ZD18 is heavier: 611 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
- The Kubota ZD18 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 285 | Kubota ZD18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 2001–2006 |
| Fuel | — | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 3 |
| Weight | 283 kg | 611 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 124 cm |
| Length | 181 cm | 203 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 54" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 285 or the Kubota ZD18?
The John Deere 285 and the Kubota ZD18 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 285 or the Kubota ZD18?
The Kubota ZD18 is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 285 or the Kubota ZD18?
The Kubota ZD18 is heavier: 611 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 285 or the Kubota ZD18?
The Kubota ZD18 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 46".