Wheel Horse 312-8
Power
12 hp
Production
1985-1997
Engine
1-cylinder
Transmission
Belt-driven gear
Weight
547 lbs [248 kg]
Drive
2WD
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Introduction
Production Information of Wheel Horse, 312-8
The production information of the tractor (312-8) includes details about its manufacturing.
| Garden tractor |
| Built in South Bend, Indiana, USA |
| Manufacturer | Wheel Horse |
|---|
Dimension and Tires Information of Wheel Horse, 312-8
This section sums up the dimension and tires information of the tractor.
| Wheelbase | 45.5 inches [115 cm] |
|---|---|
| Weight | 547 lbs [248 kg] |
| Height | 42.5 inches [107 cm] |
| Length | 65 inches [165 cm] |
| Shipping weight | 656 lbs*As listed in the sales brochure for tractor without mower. May include a shipping crate. [297 kg] |
| Width | 36.5 inches [92 cm] |
| Lawn/turf front | 15x6.00-6 |
|---|---|
| Lawn/turf rear | 22x9.00-12 |
Engine Specifications of Wheel Horse, 312-8
Get the specifications for the engine and if different options are available.
| The Kohler M12S replaced the K301 on the Wheel Horse 312-8 starting with the 1987 model year, tractor model code 21-12K804. |
| Air-cooled |
| 1-cylinder |
| Starter volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Oil capacity | 2.5 qts [2.4 L] |
| Power (gross) | 12 hp [8.9 kW] |
| Displacement | 476 cc [29.1 ci] |
| Sparkplug gap | 0.025 inches [0.635 mm] |
| Sparkplug | Champion RH10 |
| Rated RPM | 3600 |
| Compression | 6.6:1 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.38x3.25 inches [86 x 83 mm] |
Transmission Information of Wheel Horse, 312-8Y
Discover all variants of transmission available for this tractor model.
Transmission variants 1
| Manufacturer | Wheel Horse |
|---|---|
| Oil type | SAE 90 GL5 |
| Oil capacity | 2 qts [1.9 L] |
| Type | Belt-driven gear |
| SAE 90 GL5 | |
| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Mechanical Specs of Wheel Horse, 312-8Y
This section summarizes all mechanical information such as the brake system and other specifications.
| Two-wheel drive |
| Manual steering |
| Open operator station. |
Power Information of Wheel Horse, 312-8Y
Discover the power specifications and options available for this tractor model but also PTO (Power Take-off) information.
| Front PTO | Independent |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Mechanical |
Electrical System of Wheel Horse, 312-8
Battery voltage, charging system and ground.
| Ground | Negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Battery CCA | 160 |
| Charging system | Alternator |
| Battery AH | 24 |
| Charging amps | 15 |
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Wheel Horse 312-8 have?
The Wheel Horse 312-8 delivers 12 HP.
What years was the Wheel Horse 312-8 produced?
The Wheel Horse 312-8 was produced in 1985-1997.
What engine does the Wheel Horse 312-8 have?
The Wheel Horse 312-8 is powered by a 1-cylinder engine.
What transmission does the Wheel Horse 312-8 use?
The Wheel Horse 312-8 uses a Belt-driven gear transmission.
How much does the Wheel Horse 312-8 weigh?
The Wheel Horse 312-8 weighs 547 lbs [248 kg].
Is the Wheel Horse 312-8 4WD?
The Wheel Horse 312-8 is available in 2WD.