John Deere 108 vs Wheel Horse 512D
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 108 and the Wheel Horse 512D deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Wheel Horse 512D is the more recent model: production started in 1986, versus 1979 for the John Deere 108.
- The Wheel Horse 512D has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 108 | Wheel Horse 512D | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1979–1985 | 1986 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 183 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 6 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | — |
| Length | 157 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 30" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 108 or the Wheel Horse 512D?
The John Deere 108 and the Wheel Horse 512D deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 108 or the Wheel Horse 512D?
The Wheel Horse 512D is the more recent model: production started in 1986, versus 1979 for the John Deere 108.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 108 or the Wheel Horse 512D?
The Wheel Horse 512D has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 30".
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