Bolens 8536 vs Wheel Horse 551
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 8536 and the Wheel Horse 551 deliver the same power: 5 HP.
- The Bolens 8536 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 32".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 8536 | Wheel Horse 551 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 5 HP | 5 HP |
| Production years | 1961 | 1961 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | — | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 3 / 1 |
| Mower deck | 36" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 8536 or the Wheel Horse 551?
The Bolens 8536 and the Wheel Horse 551 deliver the same power: 5 HP.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 8536 or the Wheel Horse 551?
The Bolens 8536 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 32".