John Deere 285 vs White LT 1855
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 285 and the White LT 1855 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The White LT 1855 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
- The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 278 kg for the White LT 1855.
- The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 285 | White LT 1855 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1987–1992 | 2004 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 283 kg | 278 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | CVT |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 116 cm |
| Length | 181 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 46" | 42" |