John Deere 56 vs Wheel Horse 655
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 56 and the Wheel Horse 655 deliver the same power: 6 HP.
- The John Deere 56 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1965 for the Wheel Horse 655.
- The Wheel Horse 655 is heavier: 233 kg versus 122 kg for the John Deere 56.
- The Wheel Horse 655 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 28".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 56 | Wheel Horse 655 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 6 HP | 6 HP |
| Production years | 1970–1974 | 1965 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 122 kg | 233 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 655?
The John Deere 56 and the Wheel Horse 655 deliver the same power: 6 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 56 or the Wheel Horse 655?
The John Deere 56 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1965 for the Wheel Horse 655.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 56 or the Wheel Horse 655?
The Wheel Horse 655 is heavier: 233 kg versus 122 kg for the John Deere 56.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 56 or the Wheel Horse 655?
The Wheel Horse 655 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 28".
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