John Deere 208
Power
8 hp
Production
1977-1978
Transmission
Peerless 2300
Weight
673 lbs [305 kg]
Drive
2WD
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Introduction
Production Information of John Deere, 208
The production information of the tractor (208) includes details about its manufacturing.
| Garden tractor |
| Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA |
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
|---|
Dimension and Tires Information of John Deere, 208
This section sums up the dimension and tires information of the tractor.
| Wheelbase | 46 inches [116 cm] |
|---|---|
| Weight | 673 lbs [305 kg] |
| Height | 42 inches [106 cm] |
| Length | 67.5 inches [171 cm] |
| Width | 41.5 inches [105 cm] |
| Lawn/turf front | 4.80x4.00-8 |
|---|---|
| Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.50-12 |
| Lawn/turf rear | 23x8.50-12 |
| Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
Engine Specifications of John Deere, 208
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| Air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
| Sparkplug | Champion RJ-8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 305 cc [18.64 ci] |
| Oil capacity | 1.25 qts [1.2 L] |
| Air cleaner | Dry replaceable |
| Bore/Stroke | 2.9375x2.75 inches [75 x 70 mm] |
| Oil change | 25 h |
| Point gap | 0.020 inches [0.508 mm] |
| Sparkplug gap | 0.035 inches [0.889 mm] |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Idle RPM | 1700-3500 |
| Power (gross) | 8 hp [6.0 kW] |
Transmission Information of John Deere, 208Y
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Transmission variants 1
| Transmission | Peerless 2300 |
|---|---|
| Oil type | SAE 90 Gear Lubricant |
| Oil capacity | 1.75 qts [1.7 L] |
| Type | Belt-driven gear |
| SAE 90 Gear Lubricant | |
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Mechanical Specs of John Deere, 208Y
This section summarizes all mechanical information such as the brake system and other specifications.
| Two-wheel drive |
| Manual steering |
| Open operator station. |
Power Information of John Deere, 208Y
Discover the power specifications and options available for this tractor model but also PTO (Power Take-off) information.
| Mid PTO | Independent |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Manual |
Electrical System of John Deere, 208
Battery voltage, charging system and ground.
| Ground | Negative |
|---|---|
| Battery Group | U1 |
| Battery CCA | 135 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the John Deere 208 have?
The John Deere 208 delivers 8 HP.
What years was the John Deere 208 produced?
The John Deere 208 was produced in 1977-1978.
What transmission does the John Deere 208 use?
The John Deere 208 uses a Peerless 2300 transmission.
How much does the John Deere 208 weigh?
The John Deere 208 weighs 673 lbs [305 kg].
Is the John Deere 208 4WD?
The John Deere 208 is available in 2WD.