Bolens 853 vs Wheel Horse Workhorse 800
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 853 and the Wheel Horse Workhorse 800 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Wheel Horse Workhorse 800 is the more recent model: production started in 1971, versus 1970 for the Bolens 853.
- The Wheel Horse Workhorse 800 is heavier: 251 kg versus 249 kg for the Bolens 853.
- The Bolens 853 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 853 | Wheel Horse Workhorse 800 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1970–1971 | 1971 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 249 kg | 251 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 107 cm | — |
| Length | 158 cm | 165 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 36" |