John Deere 285 vs Simplicity 6118
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 285 and the Simplicity 6118 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1979 for the Simplicity 6118.
- The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 195 kg for the Simplicity 6118.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 285 | Simplicity 6118 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 1979–1981 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 283 kg | 195 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 122 cm |
| Length | 181 cm | 168 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 42" |