John Deere 108 vs White L-8
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 108 and the White L-8 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The White L-8 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1979 for the John Deere 108.
- The John Deere 108 is heavier: 183 kg versus 168 kg for the White L-8.
- The White L-8 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 108 | White L-8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1979–1985 | 1990–1991 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 183 kg | 168 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | CVT |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | 104 cm |
| Length | 157 cm | 142 cm |
| Mower deck | 30" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 108 or the White L-8?
The John Deere 108 and the White L-8 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 108 or the White L-8?
The White L-8 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1979 for the John Deere 108.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 108 or the White L-8?
The John Deere 108 is heavier: 183 kg versus 168 kg for the White L-8.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 108 or the White L-8?
The White L-8 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 30".
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