Bolens 960 vs Wheel Horse 18HP
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 960 and the Wheel Horse 18HP deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Wheel Horse 18HP is the more recent model: production started in 1973, versus 1966 for the Bolens 960.
- The Bolens 960 has the wider mower deck: 72" versus 48".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 960 | Wheel Horse 18HP | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1966–1975 | 1973 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 694 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | — |
| Length | 259 cm | — |
| Cab | Yes | — |
| Mower deck | 72" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 960 or the Wheel Horse 18HP?
The Bolens 960 and the Wheel Horse 18HP deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 960 or the Wheel Horse 18HP?
The Wheel Horse 18HP is the more recent model: production started in 1973, versus 1966 for the Bolens 960.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 960 or the Wheel Horse 18HP?
The Bolens 960 has the wider mower deck: 72" versus 48".