John Deere 180 vs John Deere F525
Verdict: John Deere 180 vs John Deere F525
The John Deere 180 and the John Deere F525 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 17 hp. John Deere F525 is the lighter machine (527 kg vs 565 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere F525 holds more fuel (10.4 L vs 8.3 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere F525 is the newer design (1990 vs 1986). 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.