John Deere 108 vs Sears lawn tractors ST/8

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John Deere 108

John Deere 108

8 HP · 1979–1985

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Sears lawn tractors ST/8

Sears lawn tractors ST/8

8 HP · 1976

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 108 and the Sears lawn tractors ST/8 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
  • The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1976 for the Sears lawn tractors ST/8.
  • The Sears lawn tractors ST/8 is heavier: 251 kg versus 183 kg for the John Deere 108.
  • The Sears lawn tractors ST/8 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 108Sears lawn tractors ST/8
Power8 HP8 HP
Production years1979–19851976
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight183 kg251 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 14 / 1
Wheelbase113 cm
Length157 cm163 cm
Mower deck30"36"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 108 or the Sears lawn tractors ST/8?

The John Deere 108 and the Sears lawn tractors ST/8 deliver the same power: 8 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 108 or the Sears lawn tractors ST/8?

The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1976 for the Sears lawn tractors ST/8.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 108 or the Sears lawn tractors ST/8?

The Sears lawn tractors ST/8 is heavier: 251 kg versus 183 kg for the John Deere 108.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 108 or the Sears lawn tractors ST/8?

The Sears lawn tractors ST/8 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".

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