John Deere 100 vs MTD lawn tractors 430

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 100

John Deere 100

8 HP · 1975–1978

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MTD lawn tractors 430

MTD lawn tractors 430

8 HP · 1973–1977

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 100 and the MTD lawn tractors 430 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
  • The John Deere 100 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1973 for the MTD lawn tractors 430.
  • The John Deere 100 is heavier: 176 kg versus 157 kg for the MTD lawn tractors 430.
  • The John Deere 100 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 30".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 100MTD lawn tractors 430
Power8 HP8 HP
Production years1975–19781973–1977
FuelGasoline
Cylinders1
Weight176 kg157 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 1
Wheelbase107 cm
Length149 cm
Mower deck34"30"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 100 or the MTD lawn tractors 430?

The John Deere 100 and the MTD lawn tractors 430 deliver the same power: 8 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 100 or the MTD lawn tractors 430?

The John Deere 100 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1973 for the MTD lawn tractors 430.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 100 or the MTD lawn tractors 430?

The John Deere 100 is heavier: 176 kg versus 157 kg for the MTD lawn tractors 430.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 100 or the MTD lawn tractors 430?

The John Deere 100 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 30".

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