John Deere 318 vs White LT 542G
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 318 and the White LT 542G deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The White LT 542G is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.
- The White LT 542G has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 318 | White LT 542G | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1983–1992 | 2005–2007 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
| Weight | — | 235 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | CVT |
| Rear lift capacity | 290 kg | — |
| Wheelbase | 116 cm | 116 cm |
| Length | 173 cm | 172 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 318 or the White LT 542G?
The John Deere 318 and the White LT 542G deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 318 or the White LT 542G?
The White LT 542G is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 318 or the White LT 542G?
The White LT 542G has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
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