John Deere 285 vs Wheel Horse 718-Z

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John Deere 285

John Deere 285

18 HP · 1987–1992

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Wheel Horse 718-Z

Wheel Horse 718-Z

18 HP · 1986–1987

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 285 and the Wheel Horse 718-Z deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1986 for the Wheel Horse 718-Z.
  • The Wheel Horse 718-Z is heavier: 453 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
  • The Wheel Horse 718-Z has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 46".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 285Wheel Horse 718-Z
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years1987–19921986–1987
Fuel—Gasoline
Cylinders—2
Weight283 kg453 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase121 cm106 cm
Length181 cm182 cm
Mower deck46"50"

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