John Deere 285 vs Sabre 1848HV
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 285 and the Sabre 1848HV deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Sabre 1848HV 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 257 kg for the Sabre 1848HV.
- The Sabre 1848HV has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 285 | Sabre 1848HV | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 1998–1999 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 283 kg | 257 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 123 cm |
| Length | 181 cm | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 48" |