John Deere 285 vs White GT-1855
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 285 and the White GT-1855 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The John Deere 285 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1980 for the White GT-1855.
- The White GT-1855 is heavier: 415 kg versus 283 kg for the John Deere 285.
- The White GT-1855 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 285 | White GT-1855 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 1980–1995 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 283 kg | 415 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 134 cm |
| Length | 181 cm | 190 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 50" |