John Deere 100 vs Simplicity 3008 Grabber

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John Deere 100

John Deere 100

8 HP · 1975–1978

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Simplicity 3008 Grabber

Simplicity 3008 Grabber

8 HP · 1974–1977

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 100 and the Simplicity 3008 Grabber deliver the same power: 8 HP.
  • The John Deere 100 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1974 for the Simplicity 3008 Grabber.
  • The John Deere 100 is heavier: 176 kg versus 130 kg for the Simplicity 3008 Grabber.
  • The John Deere 100 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 30".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 100Simplicity 3008 Grabber
Power8 HP8 HP
Production years1975–19781974–1977
FuelGasoline
Cylinders1
Weight176 kg130 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 12 / 1
Wheelbase107 cm114 cm
Length149 cm156 cm
Mower deck34"30"

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