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" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 285 or the White LT 1855?
The John Deere 285 and the White LT 1855 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 285 or the White LT 1855?
The White LT 1855 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 285 or the White LT 1855?
The John Deere 285 is heavier: 283 kg versus 278 kg for the White LT 1855.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 285 or the White LT 1855?
The John Deere 285 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".

