John Deere 55 vs Wheel Horse 502
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 55 and the Wheel Horse 502 deliver the same power: 5 HP.
- The John Deere 55 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1962 for the Wheel Horse 502.
- The Wheel Horse 502 is heavier: 153 kg versus 120 kg for the John Deere 55.
- The Wheel Horse 502 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 26".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 55 | Wheel Horse 502 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 5 HP | 5 HP |
| Production years | 1970–1972 | 1962 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 120 kg | 153 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 2 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 104 cm |
| Length | — | 152 cm |
| Mower deck | 26" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 55 or the Wheel Horse 502?
The John Deere 55 and the Wheel Horse 502 deliver the same power: 5 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 55 or the Wheel Horse 502?
The John Deere 55 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1962 for the Wheel Horse 502.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 55 or the Wheel Horse 502?
The Wheel Horse 502 is heavier: 153 kg versus 120 kg for the John Deere 55.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 55 or the Wheel Horse 502?
The Wheel Horse 502 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 26".
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