Bolens 528 vs Wheel Horse A-51
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 528 and the Wheel Horse A-51 deliver the same power: 5 HP.
- The Bolens 528 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1978 for the Wheel Horse A-51.
- The Bolens 528 is heavier: 165 kg versus 153 kg for the Wheel Horse A-51.
- The Wheel Horse A-51 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 28".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 528 | Wheel Horse A-51 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 5 HP | 5 HP |
| Production years | 1979 | 1978–1982 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 165 kg | 153 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 109 cm | 102 cm |
| Length | 152 cm | 137 cm |
| Mower deck | 28" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 528 or the Wheel Horse A-51?
The Bolens 528 and the Wheel Horse A-51 deliver the same power: 5 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 528 or the Wheel Horse A-51?
The Bolens 528 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1978 for the Wheel Horse A-51.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 528 or the Wheel Horse A-51?
The Bolens 528 is heavier: 165 kg versus 153 kg for the Wheel Horse A-51.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 528 or the Wheel Horse A-51?
The Wheel Horse A-51 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 28".