Bolens 1254 vs Wheel Horse Raider 12
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 1254 and the Wheel Horse Raider 12 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
- The Bolens 1254 is the more recent model: production started in 1971, versus 1968 for the Wheel Horse Raider 12.
- The Bolens 1254 is heavier: 292 kg versus 267 kg for the Wheel Horse Raider 12.
- The Bolens 1254 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 1254 | Wheel Horse Raider 12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 1971–1972 | 1968–1974 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 292 kg | 267 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | 6 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | 107 cm | — |
| Length | 158 cm | 165 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 1254 or the Wheel Horse Raider 12?
The Bolens 1254 and the Wheel Horse Raider 12 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 1254 or the Wheel Horse Raider 12?
The Bolens 1254 is the more recent model: production started in 1971, versus 1968 for the Wheel Horse Raider 12.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 1254 or the Wheel Horse Raider 12?
The Bolens 1254 is heavier: 292 kg versus 267 kg for the Wheel Horse Raider 12.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 1254 or the Wheel Horse Raider 12?
The Bolens 1254 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".