John Deere 108 vs Roper lawn tractors L861

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John Deere 108

John Deere 108

8 HP · 1979–1985

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Roper lawn tractors L861

Roper lawn tractors L861

8 HP · 1976–1977

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 108 and the Roper lawn tractors L861 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
  • The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1976 for the Roper lawn tractors L861.
  • The John Deere 108 is heavier: 183 kg versus 156 kg for the Roper lawn tractors L861.
  • The Roper lawn tractors L861 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 108Roper lawn tractors L861
Power8 HP8 HP
Production years1979–19851976–1977
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight183 kg156 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 13 / 1
Wheelbase113 cm110 cm
Length157 cm160 cm
Mower deck30"36"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 108 or the Roper lawn tractors L861?

The John Deere 108 and the Roper lawn tractors L861 deliver the same power: 8 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 108 or the Roper lawn tractors L861?

The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1976 for the Roper lawn tractors L861.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 108 or the Roper lawn tractors L861?

The John Deere 108 is heavier: 183 kg versus 156 kg for the Roper lawn tractors L861.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 108 or the Roper lawn tractors L861?

The Roper lawn tractors L861 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".

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