Wheel Horse 500
Power
6 hp
Production
1968
Engine
Gasoline, 1-cylinder
Transmission
Wheel Horse Uni-Drive 5053
Drive
2WD
Introduction
Production Information of Wheel Horse, 500
The production information of the tractor (500) includes details about its manufacturing.
| The Wheel Horse 500 Special was special edition tractor to commemorate the Indianapolis 500. Wheel Horse has provided tractors to the Indy 500 as pit tractors for a number of years. The 500 Special was built to celebrate this; they were not actually used at the race. |
| Original price was $600 in 1968 |
| Garden tractor |
| Built in South Bend, Indiana, USA |
| Manufacturer | Wheel Horse |
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Dimension and Tires Information of Wheel Horse, 500
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| Lawn/turf front | 4.00-8 |
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| Lawn/turf rear | 6.00-12 |
Engine Specifications of Wheel Horse, 500
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| Tecumseh H60 |
| Existing documentation indicates that a recoil-start H60 was the only engine offered in the 500 Special by the factory. A number of 500s have been found with electric-start Kohlers, suggesting that it was a popular swap, either by the original dealer or early in the tractor's life. |
| Air-cooled |
| Gasoline |
| 1-cylinder |
| Bore/Stroke | 2.625x2.50 inches [67 x 64 mm] |
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| Power | 6 hp [4.5 kW] |
| Displacement | 221 cc [13.53 ci] |
| Starter type | Manual recoil |
Transmission Information of Wheel Horse, 500Y
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Transmission variants 1
| Transmission | Wheel Horse Uni-Drive 5053 |
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| Type | Gear |
| Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
Mechanical Specs of Wheel Horse, 500Y
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| Two-wheel drive |
| Open operator station. |
| Steering | Manual |
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Power Information of Wheel Horse, 500Y
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Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Wheel Horse 500 have?
The Wheel Horse 500 delivers 6 HP.
What years was the Wheel Horse 500 produced?
The Wheel Horse 500 was produced in 1968.
What engine does the Wheel Horse 500 have?
The Wheel Horse 500 is powered by a Gasoline, 1-cylinder engine.
What transmission does the Wheel Horse 500 use?
The Wheel Horse 500 uses a Wheel Horse Uni-Drive 5053 transmission.
Is the Wheel Horse 500 4WD?
The Wheel Horse 500 is available in 2WD.