Craftsman 123.8824 vs Wheel Horse 401
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 123.8824 and the Wheel Horse 401 deliver the same power: 4 HP.
- The Wheel Horse 401 is the more recent model: production started in 1961, versus 1958 for the Craftsman 123.8824.
- The Wheel Horse 401 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 24".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 123.8824 | Wheel Horse 401 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 4 HP | 4 HP |
| Production years | 1958 | 1961 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 106 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 10 / 4 | 3 / 1 |
| Mower deck | 24" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 123.8824 or the Wheel Horse 401?
The Craftsman 123.8824 and the Wheel Horse 401 deliver the same power: 4 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 123.8824 or the Wheel Horse 401?
The Wheel Horse 401 is the more recent model: production started in 1961, versus 1958 for the Craftsman 123.8824.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 123.8824 or the Wheel Horse 401?
The Wheel Horse 401 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 24".