John Deere 108 vs Simplicity 6108
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 108 and the Simplicity 6108 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The John Deere 108 is heavier: 183 kg versus 165 kg for the Simplicity 6108.
- The Simplicity 6108 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 108 | Simplicity 6108 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1979–1985 | 1979–1980 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 183 kg | 165 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 157 cm | 168 cm |
| Mower deck | 30" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 108 or the Simplicity 6108?
The John Deere 108 and the Simplicity 6108 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 108 or the Simplicity 6108?
The John Deere 108 is heavier: 183 kg versus 165 kg for the Simplicity 6108.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 108 or the Simplicity 6108?
The Simplicity 6108 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".
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