John Deere 56 vs Wheel Horse 653
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 56 and the Wheel Horse 653 deliver the same power: 6 HP.
- The John Deere 56 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1963 for the Wheel Horse 653.
- The Wheel Horse 653 is heavier: 172 kg versus 122 kg for the John Deere 56.
- The Wheel Horse 653 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 28".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 56 | Wheel Horse 653 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 6 HP | 6 HP |
| Production years | 1970–1974 | 1963 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 122 kg | 172 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 2 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 104 cm |
| Length | — | 154 cm |
| Mower deck | 28" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 56 or the Wheel Horse 653?
The John Deere 56 and the Wheel Horse 653 deliver the same power: 6 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 56 or the Wheel Horse 653?
The John Deere 56 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1963 for the Wheel Horse 653.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 56 or the Wheel Horse 653?
The Wheel Horse 653 is heavier: 172 kg versus 122 kg for the John Deere 56.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 56 or the Wheel Horse 653?
The Wheel Horse 653 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 28".
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