John Deere 108 vs MTD lawn tractors 525

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 108

John Deere 108

8 HP · 1979–1985

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MTD lawn tractors 525

MTD lawn tractors 525

8 HP · 1975–1982

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 108 and the MTD lawn tractors 525 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
  • The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1975 for the MTD lawn tractors 525.
  • The John Deere 108 is heavier: 183 kg versus 156 kg for the MTD lawn tractors 525.
  • The John Deere 108 has the wider mower deck: 30" versus 26".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 108MTD lawn tractors 525
Power8 HP8 HP
Production years1979–19851975–1982
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight183 kg156 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 15 / 1
Wheelbase113 cm
Length157 cm
Mower deck30"26"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 108 or the MTD lawn tractors 525?

The John Deere 108 and the MTD lawn tractors 525 deliver the same power: 8 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 108 or the MTD lawn tractors 525?

The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1975 for the MTD lawn tractors 525.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 108 or the MTD lawn tractors 525?

The John Deere 108 is heavier: 183 kg versus 156 kg for the MTD lawn tractors 525.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 108 or the MTD lawn tractors 525?

The John Deere 108 has the wider mower deck: 30" versus 26".

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