John Deere 318 vs Roper lawn tractors GT18

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 318

John Deere 318

18 HP · 1983–1992

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Roper lawn tractors GT18

Roper lawn tractors GT18

18 HP · 1984–1988

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 318 and the Roper lawn tractors GT18 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The Roper lawn tractors GT18 is the more recent model: production started in 1984, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.
  • The Roper lawn tractors GT18 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 318Roper lawn tractors GT18
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years1983–19921984–1988
FuelGasoline
Cylinders22
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticGear
Gears (fwd/rev)6 / 2
Rear lift capacity290 kg
Wheelbase116 cm115 cm
Length173 cm
Mower deck38"44"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 318 or the Roper lawn tractors GT18?

The John Deere 318 and the Roper lawn tractors GT18 deliver the same power: 18 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 318 or the Roper lawn tractors GT18?

The Roper lawn tractors GT18 is the more recent model: production started in 1984, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 318 or the Roper lawn tractors GT18?

The Roper lawn tractors GT18 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".

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