John Deere 295/S vs John Deere 800
Verdict: John Deere 295/S vs John Deere 800
The John Deere 295/S and the John Deere 800 are both snowmobiles — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 800 leads on rated power with 46 hp against 40 hp. John Deere 295/S is the lighter machine (158 kg vs 174 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 800 holds more fuel (24.6 L vs 8.3 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere 800 is the newer design (1975 vs 1974). In short: choose the John Deere 800 for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 295/S if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.


