John Deere 285 vs Roper lawn tractors T833

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John Deere 285

John Deere 285

18 HP · 1987–1992

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Roper lawn tractors T833

Roper lawn tractors T833

18 HP · 1978–1983

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 285 and the Roper lawn tractors T833 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1978 for the Roper lawn tractors T833.
  • The Roper lawn tractors T833 is heavier: 317 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 285Roper lawn tractors T833
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years1987–19921978–1983
FuelGasoline
Cylinders2
Weight283 kg317 kg
Drive2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase121 cm
Length181 cm165 cm
Mower deck46"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 285 or the Roper lawn tractors T833?

The John Deere 285 and the Roper lawn tractors T833 deliver the same power: 18 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 285 or the Roper lawn tractors T833?

The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1978 for the Roper lawn tractors T833.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 285 or the Roper lawn tractors T833?

The Roper lawn tractors T833 is heavier: 317 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 285 or the Roper lawn tractors T833?

The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".

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