John Deere 180 vs Wheel Horse 227-5
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 180 and the Wheel Horse 227-5 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Wheel Horse 227-5 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1986 for the John Deere 180.
- The Wheel Horse 227-5 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 180 | Wheel Horse 227-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1986–1990 | 1988–1989 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 256 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | — |
| Length | 167 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 180 or the Wheel Horse 227-5?
The John Deere 180 and the Wheel Horse 227-5 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 180 or the Wheel Horse 227-5?
The Wheel Horse 227-5 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1986 for the John Deere 180.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 180 or the Wheel Horse 227-5?
The Wheel Horse 227-5 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
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