John Deere 56 vs Wheel Horse Commando 6
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 56 and the Wheel Horse Commando 6 deliver the same power: 6 HP.
- The John Deere 56 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1968 for the Wheel Horse Commando 6.
- The Wheel Horse Commando 6 is heavier: 180 kg versus 122 kg for the John Deere 56.
- The Wheel Horse Commando 6 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 28".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 56 | Wheel Horse Commando 6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 6 HP | 6 HP |
| Production years | 1970–1974 | 1968 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 122 kg | 180 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 2 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 104 cm |
| Length | — | 154 cm |
| Mower deck | 28" | 32" |
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