John Deere 285 vs Lawn Chief lawn tractors 3-1842GT
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 285 and the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 3-1842GT deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1986 for the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 3-1842GT.
- The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 282 kg for the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 3-1842GT.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 285 | Lawn Chief lawn tractors 3-1842GT | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 1986–1987 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 283 kg | 282 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 4 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | — |
| Length | 181 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 46" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 285 or the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 3-1842GT?
The John Deere 285 and the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 3-1842GT deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 285 or the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 3-1842GT?
The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1986 for the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 3-1842GT.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 285 or the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 3-1842GT?
The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 282 kg for the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 3-1842GT.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 285 or the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 3-1842GT?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
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