John Deere 285 vs Wheel Horse GT-1800

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 285

John Deere 285

18 HP · 1987–1992

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Wheel Horse GT-1800

Wheel Horse GT-1800

18 HP · 1984

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 285 and the Wheel Horse GT-1800 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1984 for the Wheel Horse GT-1800.
  • The Wheel Horse GT-1800 is heavier: 316 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 285Wheel Horse GT-1800
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years1987–19921984
Fuel—Gasoline
Cylinders—2
Weight283 kg316 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase121 cm115 cm
Length181 cm170 cm
Mower deck46"42"

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