Ariens lawn tractors S-16H vs Wheel Horse C-161 Twin
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Ariens lawn tractors S-16H and the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Wheel Horse C-161 Twin is the more recent model: production started in 1978, versus 1976 for the Ariens lawn tractors S-16H.
- The Ariens lawn tractors S-16H is heavier: 405 kg versus 256 kg for the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin.
- The Ariens lawn tractors S-16H has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Ariens lawn tractors S-16H | Wheel Horse C-161 Twin | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1976–1978 | 1978–1979 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | 405 kg | 256 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 6 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 189 cm | 165 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Ariens lawn tractors S-16H or the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin?
The Ariens lawn tractors S-16H and the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Ariens lawn tractors S-16H or the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin?
The Wheel Horse C-161 Twin is the more recent model: production started in 1978, versus 1976 for the Ariens lawn tractors S-16H.
Which is heavier, the Ariens lawn tractors S-16H or the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin?
The Ariens lawn tractors S-16H is heavier: 405 kg versus 256 kg for the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Ariens lawn tractors S-16H or the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin?
The Ariens lawn tractors S-16H has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".