Craftsman 502.60216 vs Wheel Horse C-161 Twin

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 502.60216

Craftsman 502.60216

16 HP · 1982

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Wheel Horse C-161 Twin

Wheel Horse C-161 Twin

16 HP · 1978–1979

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 502.60216 and the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The Craftsman 502.60216 is the more recent model: production started in 1982, versus 1978 for the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin.
  • The Craftsman 502.60216 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 502.60216Wheel Horse C-161 Twin
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years19821978–1979
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight256 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)4 / 16 / 2
Wheelbase115 cm
Length165 cm
Mower deck42"36"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 502.60216 or the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin?

The Craftsman 502.60216 and the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin deliver the same power: 16 HP.

Which is more recent, the Craftsman 502.60216 or the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin?

The Craftsman 502.60216 is the more recent model: production started in 1982, versus 1978 for the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 502.60216 or the Wheel Horse C-161 Twin?

The Craftsman 502.60216 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".

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