Bolens 1220 vs Wheel Horse Charger 12
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 1220 and the Wheel Horse Charger 12 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
- The Bolens 1220 is the more recent model: production started in 1969, versus 1968 for the Wheel Horse Charger 12.
- The Wheel Horse Charger 12 is heavier: 303 kg versus 292 kg for the Bolens 1220.
- The Bolens 1220 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 1220 | Wheel Horse Charger 12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 1969 | 1968–1972 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 292 kg | 303 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | — |
| Wheelbase | 102 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 158 cm | 165 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 1220 or the Wheel Horse Charger 12?
The Bolens 1220 and the Wheel Horse Charger 12 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 1220 or the Wheel Horse Charger 12?
The Bolens 1220 is the more recent model: production started in 1969, versus 1968 for the Wheel Horse Charger 12.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 1220 or the Wheel Horse Charger 12?
The Wheel Horse Charger 12 is heavier: 303 kg versus 292 kg for the Bolens 1220.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 1220 or the Wheel Horse Charger 12?
The Bolens 1220 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".