Gilson lawn tractors 872 vs Wheel Horse Reo-matic 4

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Gilson lawn tractors 872

Gilson lawn tractors 872

4 HP · 1967–1970

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Wheel Horse Reo-matic 4

Wheel Horse Reo-matic 4

4 HP · 1966–1967

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Gilson lawn tractors 872 and the Wheel Horse Reo-matic 4 deliver the same power: 4 HP.
  • The Gilson lawn tractors 872 is the more recent model: production started in 1967, versus 1966 for the Wheel Horse Reo-matic 4.
  • The Wheel Horse Reo-matic 4 is heavier: 113 kg versus 97 kg for the Gilson lawn tractors 872.
  • The Wheel Horse Reo-matic 4 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 25".

Full specs comparison

Gilson lawn tractors 872Wheel Horse Reo-matic 4
Power4 HP4 HP
Production years1967–19701966–1967
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight97 kg113 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Wheelbase88 cm
Length119 cm133 cm
Mower deck25"32"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Gilson lawn tractors 872 or the Wheel Horse Reo-matic 4?

The Gilson lawn tractors 872 and the Wheel Horse Reo-matic 4 deliver the same power: 4 HP.

Which is more recent, the Gilson lawn tractors 872 or the Wheel Horse Reo-matic 4?

The Gilson lawn tractors 872 is the more recent model: production started in 1967, versus 1966 for the Wheel Horse Reo-matic 4.

Which is heavier, the Gilson lawn tractors 872 or the Wheel Horse Reo-matic 4?

The Wheel Horse Reo-matic 4 is heavier: 113 kg versus 97 kg for the Gilson lawn tractors 872.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Gilson lawn tractors 872 or the Wheel Horse Reo-matic 4?

The Wheel Horse Reo-matic 4 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 25".

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