John Deere 120 vs Wheel Horse 1257
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 120 and the Wheel Horse 1257 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
- The John Deere 120 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1967 for the Wheel Horse 1257.
- The John Deere 120 is heavier: 333 kg versus 247 kg for the Wheel Horse 1257.
- The John Deere 120 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 120 | Wheel Horse 1257 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 1970–1971 | 1967 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 333 kg | 247 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 116 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 171 cm | 165 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 36" |
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