John Deere 100 vs Wheel Horse 800

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John Deere 100

John Deere 100

8 HP · 1975–1978

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Wheel Horse 800

Wheel Horse 800

8 HP · 1971–1972

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 100 and the Wheel Horse 800 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
  • The John Deere 100 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1971 for the Wheel Horse 800.
  • The Wheel Horse 800 is heavier: 204 kg versus 176 kg for the John Deere 100.
  • The Wheel Horse 800 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 34".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 100Wheel Horse 800
Power8 HP8 HP
Production years1975–19781971–1972
FuelGasoline
Cylinders1
Weight176 kg204 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 1
Wheelbase107 cm
Length149 cm165 cm
Mower deck34"36"

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