John Deere 856 vs Wheel Horse 824-Z

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John Deere 856

John Deere 856

24 HP · 1986–1998

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Wheel Horse 824-Z

Wheel Horse 824-Z

24 HP · 1992

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 856 and the Wheel Horse 824-Z deliver the same power: 24 HP.
  • The Wheel Horse 824-Z is the more recent model: production started in 1992, versus 1986 for the John Deere 856.
  • The John Deere 856 is heavier: 816 kg versus 453 kg for the Wheel Horse 824-Z.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 856Wheel Horse 824-Z
Power24 HP24 HP
Production years1986–19981992
FuelDieselGasoline
Cylinders32
Weight816 kg453 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Rear lift capacity764 kg
Wheelbase220 cm106 cm
Length280 cm182 cm
Mower deck50"

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