Jacobsen lawn tractors LTX8 vs John Deere 108
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Jacobsen lawn tractors LTX8 and the John Deere 108 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Jacobsen lawn tractors LTX8 is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1979 for the John Deere 108.
- The Jacobsen lawn tractors LTX8 is heavier: 222 kg versus 183 kg for the John Deere 108.
- The Jacobsen lawn tractors LTX8 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| Jacobsen lawn tractors LTX8 | John Deere 108 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1981–1986 | 1979–1985 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 222 kg | 183 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 117 cm | 113 cm |
| Length | 164 cm | 157 cm |
| Mower deck | 34" | 30" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Jacobsen lawn tractors LTX8 or the John Deere 108?
The Jacobsen lawn tractors LTX8 and the John Deere 108 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the Jacobsen lawn tractors LTX8 or the John Deere 108?
The Jacobsen lawn tractors LTX8 is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1979 for the John Deere 108.
Which is heavier, the Jacobsen lawn tractors LTX8 or the John Deere 108?
The Jacobsen lawn tractors LTX8 is heavier: 222 kg versus 183 kg for the John Deere 108.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Jacobsen lawn tractors LTX8 or the John Deere 108?
The Jacobsen lawn tractors LTX8 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 30".
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