Bolens 850 vs Wheel Horse 856
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 850 and the Wheel Horse 856 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Bolens 850 is heavier: 249 kg versus 194 kg for the Wheel Horse 856.
- The Wheel Horse 856 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 32".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 850 | Wheel Horse 856 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1966–1969 | 1966 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 249 kg | 194 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 107 cm | — |
| Length | 158 cm | 154 cm |
| Mower deck | 32" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 850 or the Wheel Horse 856?
The Bolens 850 and the Wheel Horse 856 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 850 or the Wheel Horse 856?
The Bolens 850 is heavier: 249 kg versus 194 kg for the Wheel Horse 856.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 850 or the Wheel Horse 856?
The Wheel Horse 856 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 32".