John Deere 108 vs Roper lawn tractors K831

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 108

John Deere 108

8 HP · 1979–1985

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Roper lawn tractors K831

Roper lawn tractors K831

8 HP · 1973–1974

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 108 and the Roper lawn tractors K831 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
  • The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1973 for the Roper lawn tractors K831.
  • The John Deere 108 is heavier: 183 kg versus 165 kg for the Roper lawn tractors K831.
  • The Roper lawn tractors K831 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 30".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 108Roper lawn tractors K831
Power8 HP8 HP
Production years1979–19851973–1974
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight183 kg165 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 13 / 1
Wheelbase113 cm102 cm
Length157 cm146 cm
Mower deck30"32"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 108 or the Roper lawn tractors K831?

The John Deere 108 and the Roper lawn tractors K831 deliver the same power: 8 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 108 or the Roper lawn tractors K831?

The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1973 for the Roper lawn tractors K831.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 108 or the Roper lawn tractors K831?

The John Deere 108 is heavier: 183 kg versus 165 kg for the Roper lawn tractors K831.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 108 or the Roper lawn tractors K831?

The Roper lawn tractors K831 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 30".

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