John Deere GT235 vs Scotts L1742
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere GT235 is more powerful than the Scotts L1742: 18 HP versus 17 HP (+1 HP, +6%).
- The Scotts L1742 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1999 for the John Deere GT235.
- The John Deere GT235 is heavier: 258 kg versus 209 kg for the Scotts L1742.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere GT235 | Scotts L1742 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1999–2005 | 2002 |
| Fuel | — | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
| Weight | 258 kg | 209 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | — |
| Length | 182 cm | 152 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere GT235 or the Scotts L1742?
The John Deere GT235 is more powerful than the Scotts L1742: 18 HP versus 17 HP (+1 HP, +6%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere GT235 or the Scotts L1742?
The Scotts L1742 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1999 for the John Deere GT235.
Which is heavier, the John Deere GT235 or the Scotts L1742?
The John Deere GT235 is heavier: 258 kg versus 209 kg for the Scotts L1742.