John Deere 285 vs Poulan lawn tractors PD1842ST
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 285 and the Poulan lawn tractors PD1842ST deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Poulan lawn tractors PD1842ST is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 249 kg for the Poulan lawn tractors PD1842ST.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 285 | Poulan lawn tractors PD1842ST | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 2003–2004 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Weight | 283 kg | 249 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 PD1842ST?
The John Deere 285 and the Poulan lawn tractors PD1842ST deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 285 or the Poulan lawn tractors PD1842ST?
The Poulan lawn tractors PD1842ST is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 285 or the Poulan lawn tractors PD1842ST?
The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 249 kg for the Poulan lawn tractors PD1842ST.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 285 or the Poulan lawn tractors PD1842ST?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
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