Gehl 781 vs John Deere 333E: Which Is the Better Value?
The Gehl 781 averages $28,695 CAD at auction, compared to $45,592 for the John Deere 333E. That's a $16,897 difference. Based on 64 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 $16,897 less than the 333E.
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 333E
SSL$45,592 CAD avg
$796
Low
$84,778
High
58
Sales
Avg 2,571 hours · 2013–2016 model years
Full price guide →What are the key differences between 781 and 333E?
- Price: The 781 is $16,897 cheaper on average (37% savings).
- Usage: Used 781s average 4,064 hours while 333Es average 2,571 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 333E?
Choose the Gehl 781 if:
- You want lower upfront cost ($16,897 savings)
- You prefer Gehl's dealer network and parts availability
Choose the John Deere 333E if:
- You prefer John Deere's dealer network and parts availability
How do 781 and 333E prices compare by year?
| Year | Gehl 781 | John Deere 333E |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | — | $53,494 (12) |
| 2015 | — | $41,072 (26) |
| 2014 | — | $52,249 (14) |
| 2013 | — | $33,844 (6) |
Prices in CAD. Numbers in parentheses are sample size. Lower price highlighted.
How do 781 and 333E prices compare by hours?
| Hours | Gehl 781 | John Deere 333E |
|---|---|---|
| 0-999 hrs | — | $71,372 (4) |
| 1,000-1,999 hrs | — | $63,388 (12) |
| 2,000-2,999 hrs | $26,174 (2) | $51,502 (18) |
| 3,000-3,999 hrs | — | $32,503 (12) |
| 4,000+ hrs | $24,529 (2) | $33,087 (8) |
Hours matter more than age for resale value. See our hours vs age analysis.
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