John Deere 285 vs Sabre 1848GV
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 285 and the Sabre 1848GV deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Sabre 1848GV is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 256 kg for the Sabre 1848GV.
- The Sabre 1848GV has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 285 | Sabre 1848GV | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 1998–1999 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 283 kg | 256 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 6 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 123 cm |
| Length | 181 cm | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 285 or the Sabre 1848GV?
The John Deere 285 and the Sabre 1848GV deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 285 or the Sabre 1848GV?
The Sabre 1848GV is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 285 or the Sabre 1848GV?
The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 256 kg for the Sabre 1848GV.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 285 or the Sabre 1848GV?
The Sabre 1848GV has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".