Bolens 829 vs John Deere 108
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 829 and the John Deere 108 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1974 for the Bolens 829.
- The John Deere 108 is heavier: 183 kg versus 165 kg for the Bolens 829.
- The John Deere 108 has the wider mower deck: 30" versus 28".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 829 | John Deere 108 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1974–1978 | 1979–1985 |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 165 kg | 183 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 109 cm | 113 cm |
| Length | 154 cm | 157 cm |
| Mower deck | 28" | 30" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 829 or the John Deere 108?
The Bolens 829 and the John Deere 108 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 829 or the John Deere 108?
The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1974 for the Bolens 829.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 829 or the John Deere 108?
The John Deere 108 is heavier: 183 kg versus 165 kg for the Bolens 829.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 829 or the John Deere 108?
The John Deere 108 has the wider mower deck: 30" versus 28".