John Deere 120 vs Wheel Horse 12HP

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 120

John Deere 120

12 HP · 1970–1971

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Wheel Horse 12HP

Wheel Horse 12HP

12 HP · 1973

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 120 and the Wheel Horse 12HP deliver the same power: 12 HP.
  • The Wheel Horse 12HP is the more recent model: production started in 1973, versus 1970 for the John Deere 120.
  • The John Deere 120 is heavier: 333 kg versus 306 kg for the Wheel Horse 12HP.
  • The John Deere 120 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 120Wheel Horse 12HP
Power12 HP12 HP
Production years1970–19711973
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders—1
Weight333 kg306 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticGear
Gears (fwd/rev)—6 / 2
Wheelbase116 cm115 cm
Length171 cm165 cm
Mower deck38"36"

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