John Deere 285 vs Lawn Chief lawn tractors 40860
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 285 and the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 40860 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1981 for the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 40860.
- The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 257 kg for the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 40860.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 285 | Lawn Chief lawn tractors 40860 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 1981 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 283 kg | 257 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 40860?
The John Deere 285 and the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 40860 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 285 or the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 40860?
The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1981 for the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 40860.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 285 or the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 40860?
The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 257 kg for the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 40860.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 285 or the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 40860?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
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