John Deere GX85 vs John Deere STX38 Black Deck

Verdict: John Deere GX85 vs John Deere STX38 Black Deck

The John Deere GX85 and the John Deere STX38 Black Deck 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 196 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere GX85 is the newer design (1997 vs 1989). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.