John Deere 285 vs New Holland lawn tractors MZ17H
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 285 and the New Holland lawn tractors MZ17H deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The New Holland lawn tractors MZ17H is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The New Holland lawn tractors MZ17H is heavier: 290 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 44".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 285 | New Holland lawn tractors MZ17H | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 2006–2007 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 283 kg | 290 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 132 cm |
| Length | 181 cm | 196 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 44" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 285 or the New Holland lawn tractors MZ17H?
The John Deere 285 and the New Holland lawn tractors MZ17H deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 285 or the New Holland lawn tractors MZ17H?
The New Holland lawn tractors MZ17H is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 285 or the New Holland lawn tractors MZ17H?
The New Holland lawn tractors MZ17H is heavier: 290 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 MZ17H?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 44".
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