John Deere 108 vs Wheel Horse 800 Special
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 108 and the Wheel Horse 800 Special deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1971 for the Wheel Horse 800 Special.
- The Wheel Horse 800 Special is heavier: 204 kg versus 183 kg for the John Deere 108.
- The Wheel Horse 800 Special has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 108 | Wheel Horse 800 Special | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1979–1985 | 1971 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 183 kg | 204 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | — |
| Length | 157 cm | 165 cm |
| Mower deck | 30" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 108 or the Wheel Horse 800 Special?
The John Deere 108 and the Wheel Horse 800 Special deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 108 or the Wheel Horse 800 Special?
The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1971 for the Wheel Horse 800 Special.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 108 or the Wheel Horse 800 Special?
The Wheel Horse 800 Special is heavier: 204 kg versus 183 kg for the John Deere 108.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 108 or the Wheel Horse 800 Special?
The Wheel Horse 800 Special has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".
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