John Deere 116H vs Wheel Horse 246-H

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John Deere 116H

John Deere 116H

16 HP · 1983–1985

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Wheel Horse 246-H

Wheel Horse 246-H

16 HP · 1992–1993

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 116H and the Wheel Horse 246-H deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The Wheel Horse 246-H is the more recent model: production started in 1992, versus 1983 for the John Deere 116H.
  • The John Deere 116H is heavier: 231 kg versus 214 kg for the Wheel Horse 246-H.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 116HWheel Horse 246-H
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1983–19851992–1993
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight231 kg214 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase113 cm125 cm
Length161 cm162 cm
Mower deck38"38"

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