John Deere 56 vs Wheel Horse L-156
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 56 and the Wheel Horse L-156 deliver the same power: 6 HP.
- The John Deere 56 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1966 for the Wheel Horse L-156.
- The Wheel Horse L-156 is heavier: 164 kg versus 122 kg for the John Deere 56.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 56 | Wheel Horse L-156 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 6 HP | 6 HP |
| Production years | 1970–1974 | 1966 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 122 kg | 164 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 2 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Length | — | 139 cm |
| Mower deck | 28" | — |
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