Gehl 781 vs John Deere 329E: Which Is the Better Value?
The Gehl 781 averages $28,695 CAD at auction, compared to $38,116 for the John Deere 329E. That's a $9,421 difference. Based on 30 verified Canadian auction results tracked by TrackCheck, here's the full breakdown.
The Verdict
The Gehl 781 is the better value buy for most Canadian buyers, averaging $9,421 less than the 329E.
Gehl 781
SSL$28,695 CAD avg
$23,529
Low
$38,128
High
6
Sales
Avg 4,064 hours · None–None model years
Full price guide →John Deere 329E
SSL$38,116 CAD avg
$7,893
Low
$70,339
High
24
Sales
Avg 3,272 hours · 2013–2015 model years
Full price guide →What are the key differences between 781 and 329E?
- Price: The 781 is $9,421 cheaper on average (25% savings).
- Usage: Used 781s average 4,064 hours while 329Es average 3,272 hours.
Both Gehl and John Deere retain value well. See our depreciation guide for brand rankings.
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Which is the better value: 781 or 329E?
Choose the Gehl 781 if:
- You want lower upfront cost ($9,421 savings)
- You prefer Gehl's dealer network and parts availability
Choose the John Deere 329E if:
- You prefer John Deere's dealer network and parts availability
How do 781 and 329E prices compare by year?
| Year | Gehl 781 | John Deere 329E |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | — | $42,514 (16) |
| 2014 | — | $46,596 (2) |
| 2013 | — | $23,563 (6) |
Prices in CAD. Numbers in parentheses are sample size. Lower price highlighted.
How do 781 and 329E prices compare by hours?
| Hours | Gehl 781 | John Deere 329E |
|---|---|---|
| 0-999 hrs | — | $67,427 (2) |
| 1,000-1,999 hrs | — | $48,371 (2) |
| 2,000-2,999 hrs | $26,174 (2) | $44,094 (8) |
| 3,000-3,999 hrs | — | $30,888 (4) |
| 4,000+ hrs | $24,529 (2) | $31,650 (6) |
Hours matter more than age for resale value. See our hours vs age analysis.
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