John Deere 245 vs John Deere GT242

Verdict: John Deere 245 vs John Deere GT242

The John Deere 245 and the John Deere GT242 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 14 hp. John Deere GT242 is the lighter machine (201 kg vs 276 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 245 holds more fuel (11.4 L vs 10.4 L) for longer stints between fills. Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.