John Deere 108 vs Wheel Horse 8HP

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John Deere 108

John Deere 108

8 HP · 1979–1985

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Wheel Horse 8HP

Wheel Horse 8HP

8 HP · 1973

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 108 and the Wheel Horse 8HP deliver the same power: 8 HP.
  • The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1973 for the Wheel Horse 8HP.
  • The Wheel Horse 8HP is heavier: 267 kg versus 183 kg for the John Deere 108.
  • The Wheel Horse 8HP has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 108Wheel Horse 8HP
Power8 HP8 HP
Production years1979–19851973
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight183 kg267 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 16 / 2
Wheelbase113 cm115 cm
Length157 cm165 cm
Mower deck30"36"

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