John Deere 285 vs MTD lawn tractors 998
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 285 and the MTD lawn tractors 998 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The MTD lawn tractors 998 is the more recent model: production started in 1993, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The MTD lawn tractors 998 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 285 | MTD lawn tractors 998 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 1993–1995 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 283 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | — |
| Length | 181 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 46" | 50" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 285 or the MTD lawn tractors 998?
The John Deere 285 and the MTD lawn tractors 998 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 285 or the MTD lawn tractors 998?
The MTD lawn tractors 998 is the more recent model: production started in 1993, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 285 or the MTD lawn tractors 998?
The MTD lawn tractors 998 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 46".
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