John Deere 285 vs Troy-Bilt lawn tractors GTX 18
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 285 and the Troy-Bilt lawn tractors GTX 18 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Troy-Bilt lawn tractors GTX 18 is the more recent model: production started in 1994, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The Troy-Bilt lawn tractors GTX 18 is heavier: 347 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 285 | Troy-Bilt lawn tractors GTX 18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 1994–2001 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 283 kg | 347 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 124 cm |
| Length | 181 cm | 195 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 285 or the Troy-Bilt lawn tractors GTX 18?
The John Deere 285 and the Troy-Bilt lawn tractors GTX 18 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 285 or the Troy-Bilt lawn tractors GTX 18?
The Troy-Bilt lawn tractors GTX 18 is the more recent model: production started in 1994, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 285 or the Troy-Bilt lawn tractors GTX 18?
The Troy-Bilt lawn tractors GTX 18 is heavier: 347 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 285 or the Troy-Bilt lawn tractors GTX 18?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
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