Introduction
Wheel Horse B-165 Lawn Tractor
The Wheel Horse B-165 is a lawn tractor manufactured in South Bend, Indiana, USA, between 1980 and 1984. As part of the B-115 series, this machine was designed primarily for residential lawn maintenance and light landscaping tasks.
Engine and Power
The tractor is powered by an air-cooled, two-cylinder vertical-shaft engine with a displacement of 655 cc (40 ci). It produces a gross power output of 16 hp (11.9 kW). The engine utilizes a Champion RJ-12 spark plug with a gap of 0.030 inches (0.762 mm) and has an oil capacity of 1.5 quarts (1.4 liters).
Transmission and Drivetrain
The B-165 offers two transmission configurations. The standard model features a Peerless 801 belt-driven gear transmission providing five forward gears and one reverse. Alternatively, an Eaton 700 belt-driven hydrostatic transmission was available, offering infinite forward and reverse speed control. Both versions utilize a manual clutch for the independent mid-mounted PTO.
Chassis and Dimensions
The tractor features a two-wheel-drive system with manual steering and an open operator station. It rides on turf-specific tires, measuring 13x6.50-6 at the front and 20x10.00-10 at the rear. The wheelbase measures 45.5 inches (115 cm), with an overall length of 67 inches (170 cm) and a width of 36 inches (91 cm). The base shipping weight is 380 lbs (172 kg).
Electrical System
The electrical system operates on a 12-volt circuit, powered by a 12-volt battery and an electric starter. The charging system provides a capacity of 3 amps, and the tractor utilizes a negative ground configuration.
Conclusion
The Wheel Horse B-165 is a compact, manually steered lawn tractor suited for homeowners requiring a robust machine for grass cutting and light property maintenance. Its choice of gear or hydrostatic transmissions allows for adaptability depending on the operator's preference for speed control.
Production Information of Wheel Horse, B-165
- Lawn tractor
- Built in South Bend, Indiana, USA
| Manufacturer | Wheel Horse |
|---|
Dimension and Tires Information of Wheel Horse, B-165
| Wheelbase | 45.5 inches [115 cm] |
|---|---|
| Shipping weight | 380 lbs [172 kg] |
| Height | 37 inches [93 cm] |
| Length | 67 inches [170 cm] |
| Width | 36 inches [91 cm] |
| Lawn/turf front | 13x6.50-6 |
|---|---|
| Lawn/turf rear | 20x10.00-10 |
Engine Specifications of Wheel Horse, B-165
- Air-cooled vertical-shaft
- Image courtesy of Rocco Rossi
- 2-cylinder
| Sparkplug | Champion RJ-12 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 655 cc [40 ci] |
| Starter | Electric |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.43x2.0625 inches [87 x 52 mm] |
| Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches [0.762 mm] |
| Oil capacity | 1.5 qts [1.4 L] |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Power (gross) | 16 hp [11.9 kW] |
Transmission Information of Wheel Horse, B-165
Transmission variants 1
| Transmission | Peerless 801 |
|---|---|
| Type | Belt-driven gear |
| Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
Transmission variants 2
| Transmission | Eaton 700 |
|---|---|
| Type | Belt-driven hydrostatic |
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse |
- 5-speed gear
- Hydrostatic
Mechanical Specs of Wheel Horse, B-165
- Two-wheel drive
- Manual steering
- Open operator station.
Power Information of Wheel Horse, B-165
| Mid PTO | Independent |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Manual |
Electrical System of Wheel Horse, B-165
| Ground | Negative |
|---|---|
| Charging amps | 3 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
Where it sits
With 16 HP, the Wheel Horse B-165 sits just above B-115 (11 HP) in Wheel Horse's range. Its power puts it in the 78th percentile of 1980s models in our database (977 machines).
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Wheel Horse B-165 have?
The Wheel Horse B-165 delivers 16 HP.
What years was the Wheel Horse B-165 produced?
The Wheel Horse B-165 was produced in 1980-1984.
What engine does the Wheel Horse B-165 have?
The Wheel Horse B-165 is powered by a 2-cylinder engine.
What transmission does the Wheel Horse B-165 use?
The Wheel Horse B-165 uses a Peerless 801 transmission.
How much does the Wheel Horse B-165 weigh?
The Wheel Horse B-165 weighs 380 lbs [172 kg].
Is the Wheel Horse B-165 4WD?
The Wheel Horse B-165 is available in 2WD.