John Deere 145 vs John Deere Z345R

Verdict: John Deere 145 vs John Deere Z345R

The John Deere 145 and the John Deere Z345R are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 22 hp. John Deere Z345R is the lighter machine (226 kg vs 237 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere Z345R is the newer design (2017 vs 2006). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.