John Deere 285 vs New Holland lawn tractors GT18
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 285 and the New Holland lawn tractors GT18 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The New Holland lawn tractors GT18 is the more recent model: production started in 1997, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The New Holland lawn tractors GT18 is heavier: 390 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 285 | New Holland lawn tractors GT18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 1997–2003 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 283 kg | 390 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 132 cm |
| Length | 181 cm | 194 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 285 or the New Holland lawn tractors GT18?
The John Deere 285 and the New Holland lawn tractors GT18 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 285 or the New Holland lawn tractors GT18?
The New Holland lawn tractors GT18 is the more recent model: production started in 1997, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 285 or the New Holland lawn tractors GT18?
The New Holland lawn tractors GT18 is heavier: 390 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 285 or the New Holland lawn tractors GT18?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
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