John Deere 285 vs Snapper lawn tractors LT180H42
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 285 and the Snapper lawn tractors LT180H42 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Snapper lawn tractors LT180H42 is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 281 kg for the Snapper lawn tractors LT180H42.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 285 | Snapper lawn tractors LT180H42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 2003–2005 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 283 kg | 281 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 124 cm |
| Length | 181 cm | 167 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 285 or the Snapper lawn tractors LT180H42?
The John Deere 285 and the Snapper lawn tractors LT180H42 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 285 or the Snapper lawn tractors LT180H42?
The Snapper lawn tractors LT180H42 is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 285 or the Snapper lawn tractors LT180H42?
The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 281 kg for the Snapper lawn tractors LT180H42.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 285 or the Snapper lawn tractors LT180H42?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
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