John Deere GT225 vs Wheel Horse 265

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere GT225

John Deere GT225

15 HP · 1999–2003

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Wheel Horse 265

Wheel Horse 265

15 HP · 1996–2002

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere GT225 and the Wheel Horse 265 deliver the same power: 15 HP.
  • The John Deere GT225 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1996 for the Wheel Horse 265.
  • The John Deere GT225 is heavier: 252 kg versus 236 kg for the Wheel Horse 265.
  • The John Deere GT225 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

John Deere GT225Wheel Horse 265
Power15 HP15 HP
Production years1999–20031996–2002
FuelGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight252 kg236 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)6 / 1
Wheelbase125 cm
Length182 cm175 cm
Mower deck42"38"

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