Simplicity Wonder Boy II vs Wheel Horse 401
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Simplicity Wonder Boy II and the Wheel Horse 401 deliver the same power: 4 HP.
- The Wheel Horse 401 is the more recent model: production started in 1961, versus 1958 for the Simplicity Wonder Boy II.
- The Wheel Horse 401 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 24".
Full specs comparison
| Simplicity Wonder Boy II | Wheel Horse 401 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 4 HP | 4 HP |
| Production years | 1958 | 1961 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | — |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 3 / 1 |
| Mower deck | 24" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Simplicity Wonder Boy II or the Wheel Horse 401?
The Simplicity Wonder Boy II and the Wheel Horse 401 deliver the same power: 4 HP.
Which is more recent, the Simplicity Wonder Boy II or the Wheel Horse 401?
The Wheel Horse 401 is the more recent model: production started in 1961, versus 1958 for the Simplicity Wonder Boy II.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Simplicity Wonder Boy II or the Wheel Horse 401?
The Wheel Horse 401 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 24".
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