John Deere 400 vs White LT 542H
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 400 and the White LT 542H deliver the same power: 19 HP.
- The White LT 542H is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 1975 for the John Deere 400.
- The John Deere 400 is heavier: 442 kg versus 247 kg for the White LT 542H.
- The John Deere 400 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 400 | White LT 542H | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 19 HP | 19 HP |
| Production years | 1975–1983 | 2005–2007 |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 442 kg | 247 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 132 cm | 116 cm |
| Length | 193 cm | 172 cm |
| Mower deck | 60" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 400 or the White LT 542H?
The John Deere 400 and the White LT 542H deliver the same power: 19 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 400 or the White LT 542H?
The White LT 542H is the more recent model: production started in 2005, versus 1975 for the John Deere 400.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 400 or the White LT 542H?
The John Deere 400 is heavier: 442 kg versus 247 kg for the White LT 542H.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 400 or the White LT 542H?
The John Deere 400 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 42".
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