John Deere 400 vs Wheel Horse 269-H

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 400

John Deere 400

19 HP · 1975–1983

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Wheel Horse 269-H

Wheel Horse 269-H

19 HP · 1996–1998

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 400 and the Wheel Horse 269-H deliver the same power: 19 HP.
  • The Wheel Horse 269-H is the more recent model: production started in 1996, versus 1975 for the John Deere 400.
  • The John Deere 400 is heavier: 442 kg versus 254 kg for the Wheel Horse 269-H.
  • The John Deere 400 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 400Wheel Horse 269-H
Power19 HP19 HP
Production years1975–19831996–1998
FuelGasoline
Cylinders2
Weight442 kg254 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase132 cm125 cm
Length193 cm175 cm
Mower deck60"38"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 400 or the Wheel Horse 269-H?

The John Deere 400 and the Wheel Horse 269-H deliver the same power: 19 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 400 or the Wheel Horse 269-H?

The Wheel Horse 269-H is the more recent model: production started in 1996, versus 1975 for the John Deere 400.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 400 or the Wheel Horse 269-H?

The John Deere 400 is heavier: 442 kg versus 254 kg for the Wheel Horse 269-H.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 400 or the Wheel Horse 269-H?

The John Deere 400 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 38".

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