The John Deere 208 deck belt part number found is M144202. The deck belt size found is 95 in (2,413 mm) long by 0.5 in (13 mm) wide. The drive belt part number found is M800100. The drive belt size found is 95 in (2,413 mm) long by 0.5 in (13 mm) wide.
John Deere 208 Belt Size and Part Numbers
| Mower deck belt part number | M144202 |
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| Mower deck belt length | 95 in (2,413 mm) |
| Mower deck belt width | 0.5 in (13 mm) |
| Drive belt part number | M800100 |
| Drive belt length | 95 in (2,413 mm) |
| Drive belt width | 0.5 in (13 mm) |
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John Deere 208 Belt Notes
| Mower deck belt note | The John Deere 208 deck belt listing shows part number M144202, length 95 in (2,413 mm) and width 0.5 in (13 mm). Match the old belt, deck size and routing before spending money |
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| Drive belt note | The John Deere 208 drive or transmission belt listing shows part number M800100, length 95 in (2,413 mm) and width 0.5 in (13 mm). Do not mix it up with the deck belt because the routing and job are different |
| Fitment note | Before ordering a John Deere 208 belt, compare the old belt routing, pulley layout and deck size if available. A close-looking belt can still be wrong |
John Deere 208 Belt Size FAQ
Why can the correct John Deere 208 deck belt still slip?
The deck belt length found is 95 in (2,413 mm). Even with the right length, a weak idler spring, worn pulley groove or wrong belt path can make it slip. The part number and routing matter together
Why does 0.5 in (13 mm) belt width matter on the John Deere 208?
The captured deck belt width is 0.5 in (13 mm). Pulley grooves are cut for a matching belt profile. Wrong width can cause squeal, heat, poor blade speed or fast belt wear
If both John Deere 208 belts are the same size, why are the part numbers different?
The deck and drive belts both show 95 in (2,413 mm) long by 0.5 in (13 mm) wide, but the captured part numbers are M144202 for the deck belt and M800100 for the drive belt. Same basic size does not always mean same belt; construction, wrap, angle or OEM fitment can differ
Mistakes do happen. Belt specs can change by year, mower deck, pulley layout, serial range and regional parts catalog. Please check the operator manual, belt routing decal, old belt label and official John Deere parts catalog before ordering a replacement belt.
