John Deere 285 vs Roper lawn tractors GT18

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 285

John Deere 285

18 HP · 1987–1992

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Roper lawn tractors GT18

Roper lawn tractors GT18

18 HP · 1984–1988

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 285 and the Roper lawn tractors GT18 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1984 for the Roper lawn tractors GT18.
  • The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 44".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 285Roper lawn tractors GT18
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years1987–19921984–1988
FuelGasoline
Cylinders2
Weight283 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticGear
Gears (fwd/rev)6 / 2
Wheelbase121 cm115 cm
Length181 cm
Mower deck46"44"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 285 or the Roper lawn tractors GT18?

The John Deere 285 and the Roper lawn tractors GT18 deliver the same power: 18 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 285 or the Roper lawn tractors GT18?

The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1984 for the Roper lawn tractors GT18.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 285 or the Roper lawn tractors GT18?

The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 44".

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