Cub Cadet 86 vs John Deere 108
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 86 and the John Deere 108 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 86 is the more recent model: production started in 1982, versus 1979 for the John Deere 108.
- The Cub Cadet 86 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 86 | John Deere 108 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1982–1985 | 1979–1985 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | — | 183 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 113 cm |
| Length | — | 157 cm |
| Mower deck | 32" | 30" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 86 or the John Deere 108?
The Cub Cadet 86 and the John Deere 108 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 86 or the John Deere 108?
The Cub Cadet 86 is the more recent model: production started in 1982, versus 1979 for the John Deere 108.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 86 or the John Deere 108?
The Cub Cadet 86 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 30".
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