John Deere 170 vs Wheel Horse 244-5

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 170

John Deere 170

14 HP · 1989–1990

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Wheel Horse 244-5

Wheel Horse 244-5

14 HP · 1991–1993

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 170 and the Wheel Horse 244-5 deliver the same power: 14 HP.
  • The Wheel Horse 244-5 is the more recent model: production started in 1991, versus 1989 for the John Deere 170.
  • The John Deere 170 is heavier: 258 kg versus 200 kg for the Wheel Horse 244-5.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 170Wheel Horse 244-5
Power14 HP14 HP
Production years1989–19901991–1993
Cylinders1—
Weight258 kg200 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 15 / 1
Wheelbase113 cm121 cm
Length165 cm154 cm
CabYes—
Mower deck38"38"

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