John Deere 208 vs Simplicity 3008 Grabber
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 208 and the Simplicity 3008 Grabber deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The John Deere 208 is the more recent model: production started in 1977, versus 1974 for the Simplicity 3008 Grabber.
- The John Deere 208 is heavier: 305 kg versus 130 kg for the Simplicity 3008 Grabber.
- The John Deere 208 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 208 | Simplicity 3008 Grabber | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1977–1978 | 1974–1977 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 305 kg | 130 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | 2 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 116 cm | 114 cm |
| Length | 171 cm | 156 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 30" |
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