John Deere 285 vs Shibaura lawn tractors GT181
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 285 and the Shibaura lawn tractors GT181 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Shibaura lawn tractors GT181 is the more recent model: production started in 1992, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The Shibaura lawn tractors GT181 is heavier: 356 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 44".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 285 | Shibaura lawn tractors GT181 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 1992–1997 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 283 kg | 356 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 126 cm |
| Length | 181 cm | 191 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 44" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 285 or the Shibaura lawn tractors GT181?
The John Deere 285 and the Shibaura lawn tractors GT181 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 285 or the Shibaura lawn tractors GT181?
The Shibaura lawn tractors GT181 is the more recent model: production started in 1992, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 285 or the Shibaura lawn tractors GT181?
The Shibaura lawn tractors GT181 is heavier: 356 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 285 or the Shibaura lawn tractors GT181?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 44".
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