John Deere 285 vs White FR-1800D
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 285 and the White FR-1800D deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The White FR-1800D is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The White FR-1800D is heavier: 460 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
- The White FR-1800D has the wider mower deck: 52" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 285 | White FR-1800D | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 1995 |
| Fuel | — | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 3 |
| Weight | 283 kg | 460 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | — |
| Length | 181 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 46" | 52" |