John Deere 285 vs Troy-Bilt lawn tractors 13040

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John Deere 285

John Deere 285

18 HP · 1987–1992

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Troy-Bilt lawn tractors 13040

Troy-Bilt lawn tractors 13040

18 HP · 1993–1996

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 285 and the Troy-Bilt lawn tractors 13040 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The Troy-Bilt lawn tractors 13040 is the more recent model: production started in 1993, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
  • The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 226 kg for the Troy-Bilt lawn tractors 13040.
  • The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 285Troy-Bilt lawn tractors 13040
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years1987–19921993–1996
FuelGasoline
Cylinders2
Weight283 kg226 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase121 cm126 cm
Length181 cm182 cm
Mower deck46"38"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 285 or the Troy-Bilt lawn tractors 13040?

The John Deere 285 and the Troy-Bilt lawn tractors 13040 deliver the same power: 18 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 285 or the Troy-Bilt lawn tractors 13040?

The Troy-Bilt lawn tractors 13040 is the more recent model: production started in 1993, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 285 or the Troy-Bilt lawn tractors 13040?

The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 226 kg for the Troy-Bilt lawn tractors 13040.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 285 or the Troy-Bilt lawn tractors 13040?

The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 38".

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