John Deere 100 vs Wheel Horse 208-4

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John Deere 100

John Deere 100

8 HP · 1975–1978

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Wheel Horse 208-4

Wheel Horse 208-4

8 HP · 1988

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 100 and the Wheel Horse 208-4 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
  • The Wheel Horse 208-4 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1975 for the John Deere 100.
  • The John Deere 100 is heavier: 176 kg versus 156 kg for the Wheel Horse 208-4.
  • The Wheel Horse 208-4 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 34".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 100Wheel Horse 208-4
Power8 HP8 HP
Production years1975–19781988
FuelGasoline
Cylinders1
Weight176 kg156 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 14 / 1
Wheelbase107 cm113 cm
Length149 cm154 cm
Mower deck34"36"

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