John Deere 285 vs Poulan lawn tractors PB18542LT
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 285 and the Poulan lawn tractors PB18542LT deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Poulan lawn tractors PB18542LT is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 285 | Poulan lawn tractors PB18542LT | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 2005–2006 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Weight | 283 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 6 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | — |
| Length | 181 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 46" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 285 or the Poulan lawn tractors PB18542LT?
The John Deere 285 and the Poulan lawn tractors PB18542LT deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 285 or the Poulan lawn tractors PB18542LT?
The Poulan lawn tractors PB18542LT is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 285 or the Poulan lawn tractors PB18542LT?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
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