John Deere 285 vs Simplicity 7790H

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John Deere 285

John Deere 285

18 HP · 1987–1992

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Simplicity 7790H

Simplicity 7790H

18 HP · 1984–1985

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 285 and the Simplicity 7790H deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1984 for the Simplicity 7790H.
  • The Simplicity 7790H is heavier: 312 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 285Simplicity 7790H
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years1987–19921984–1985
Fuel—Electric
Cylinders—2
Weight283 kg312 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase121 cm122 cm
Length181 cm177 cm
Mower deck46"42"

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