John Deere 56 vs Wheel Horse Reo-matic 6
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 56 and the Wheel Horse Reo-matic 6 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 Reo-matic 6.
- The John Deere 56 is heavier: 122 kg versus 113 kg for the Wheel Horse Reo-matic 6.
- The Wheel Horse Reo-matic 6 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 28".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 56 | Wheel Horse Reo-matic 6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 6 HP | 6 HP |
| Production years | 1970–1974 | 1965–1968 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 122 kg | 113 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 2 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 88 cm |
| Length | — | 133 cm |
| Mower deck | 28" | 32" |
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