New Holland R8 vs New Holland S-12
Verdict: New Holland R8 vs New Holland S-12
The New Holland R8 and the New Holland S-12 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. New Holland S-12 leads on rated power with 12 hp against 8 hp. New Holland S-12 is the lighter machine (331 kg vs 387 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. New Holland R8 is the newer design (1973 vs 1970). In short: choose the New Holland S-12 for outright pulling power, or the New Holland R8 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.