John Deere 112L vs John Deere GX85
Verdict: John Deere 112L vs John Deere GX85
The John Deere 112L and the John Deere GX85 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 13 hp. John Deere GX85 is the lighter machine (155 kg vs 213 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 112L holds more fuel (9.5 L vs 4.7 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere GX85 is the newer design (1997 vs 1985). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.