John Deere 100 vs Wheel Horse 857
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 100 and the Wheel Horse 857 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The John Deere 100 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1967 for the Wheel Horse 857.
- The Wheel Horse 857 is heavier: 195 kg versus 176 kg for the John Deere 100.
- The Wheel Horse 857 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 34".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 100 | Wheel Horse 857 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1975–1978 | 1967 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 176 kg | 195 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 107 cm | 104 cm |
| Length | 149 cm | 154 cm |
| Mower deck | 34" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 100 or the Wheel Horse 857?
The John Deere 100 and the Wheel Horse 857 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 100 or the Wheel Horse 857?
The John Deere 100 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1967 for the Wheel Horse 857.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 100 or the Wheel Horse 857?
The Wheel Horse 857 is heavier: 195 kg versus 176 kg for the John Deere 100.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 100 or the Wheel Horse 857?
The Wheel Horse 857 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 34".
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