John Deere 285 vs Snapper lawn tractors 1855
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 285 and the Snapper lawn tractors 1855 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1979 for the Snapper lawn tractors 1855.
- The Snapper lawn tractors 1855 is heavier: 390 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
- The Snapper lawn tractors 1855 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 285 | Snapper lawn tractors 1855 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 1979–1984 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 283 kg | 390 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 294 kg |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 132 cm |
| Length | 181 cm | 198 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 54" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 285 or the Snapper lawn tractors 1855?
The John Deere 285 and the Snapper lawn tractors 1855 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 285 or the Snapper lawn tractors 1855?
The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1979 for the Snapper lawn tractors 1855.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 285 or the Snapper lawn tractors 1855?
The Snapper lawn tractors 1855 is heavier: 390 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 285 or the Snapper lawn tractors 1855?
The Snapper lawn tractors 1855 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 46".
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