Sears LT836 vs Sears ST/8 502.25900
Verdict: Sears LT836 vs Sears ST/8 502.25900
The Sears LT836 and the Sears ST/8 502.25900 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 8 hp. Sears LT836 is the lighter machine (144 kg vs 251 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Sears ST/8 502.25900 holds more fuel (4.7 L vs 2.8 L) for longer stints between fills. Sears LT836 is the newer design (1979 vs 1976). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer 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.