John Deere GX85 vs Sabre 1338GS
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere GX85 and the Sabre 1338GS deliver the same power: 13 HP.
- The John Deere GX85 is the more recent model: production started in 1997, versus 1996 for the Sabre 1338GS.
- The Sabre 1338GS has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere GX85 | Sabre 1338GS | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 13 HP | 13 HP |
| Production years | 1997–2003 | 1996–1997 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 155 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 106 cm | 113 cm |
| Length | 154 cm | 152 cm |
| Mower deck | 30" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere GX85 or the Sabre 1338GS?
The John Deere GX85 and the Sabre 1338GS deliver the same power: 13 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere GX85 or the Sabre 1338GS?
The John Deere GX85 is the more recent model: production started in 1997, versus 1996 for the Sabre 1338GS.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere GX85 or the Sabre 1338GS?
The Sabre 1338GS has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 30".
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