John Deere 112L vs Wheel Horse 1257
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 112L and the Wheel Horse 1257 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
- The John Deere 112L is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1967 for the Wheel Horse 1257.
- The Wheel Horse 1257 is heavier: 247 kg versus 213 kg for the John Deere 112L.
- The John Deere 112L has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 112L | Wheel Horse 1257 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 1985 | 1967 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 213 kg | 247 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 115 cm |
| Length | — | 165 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 112L or the Wheel Horse 1257?
The John Deere 112L and the Wheel Horse 1257 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 112L or the Wheel Horse 1257?
The John Deere 112L is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1967 for the Wheel Horse 1257.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 112L or the Wheel Horse 1257?
The Wheel Horse 1257 is heavier: 247 kg versus 213 kg for the John Deere 112L.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 112L or the Wheel Horse 1257?
The John Deere 112L has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
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