Wheel Horse B-85
Power
8 hp
Production
1982
Engine
Gasoline, 1-cylinder vertical-shaft-valve
Transmission
Peerless 601
Drive
2WD
Introduction
Wheel Horse B-85 Lawn Tractor
The Wheel Horse B-85 is a lawn tractor manufactured in 1982 in South Bend, Indiana, USA. Designed primarily for residential lawn maintenance, this model emphasizes mechanical simplicity and compact dimensions.
Engine Specifications
The tractor is powered by a Briggs & Stratton 191707 single-cylinder, vertical-shaft gasoline engine. With a displacement of 318 cc (19.44 ci) and air cooling, it produces 8 hp (6.0 kW) at a rated speed of 3600 RPM. The engine features a 1.1 L oil capacity and requires a spark plug gap of 0.762 mm and a point gap of 0.508 mm for proper ignition maintenance.
Transmission and Drivetrain
Power is transferred to the wheels via a Peerless 601 belt-driven gear transmission. This system provides the operator with five forward gears and one reverse gear, allowing for speed adjustment according to mowing conditions. The tractor utilizes a two-wheel drive configuration.
Mechanical and Physical Dimensions
The B-85 features manual steering and an open operator station. Its compact footprint measures 170 cm in length, 91 cm in width, and 93 cm in height. The machine is equipped with lawn and turf tires, specifically 13x6.50-6 at the front and 20x10.00-10 at the rear, designed to minimize soil compaction during operation. It comes standard with a 36-inch mower deck.
Conclusion
The 1982 Wheel Horse B-85 is a straightforward, utility-focused lawn tractor. Its mechanical design and compact size make it well-suited for standard residential property maintenance and lawn care tasks.
Production Information of Wheel Horse, B-85
- Built in South Bend, Indiana, USA
- Original price was $1,745 in 1982
| Manufacturer | Wheel Horse |
|---|
Dimension and Tires Information of Wheel Horse, B-85
| Length | 67 inches [170 cm] |
|---|---|
| Width | 36 inches [91 cm] |
| Height | 37 inches [93 cm] |
| Lawn/turf front | 13x6.50-6 |
|---|---|
| Lawn/turf rear | 20x10.00-10 |
Engine Specifications of Wheel Horse, B-85
- Briggs & Stratton 191707
- Air-cooled
- Gasoline
- 1-cylinder vertical-shaft-valve
| Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches [0.762 mm] |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 318 cc [19.44 ci] |
| Rated RPM | 3600 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.00x2.75 inches [76 x 70 mm] |
| Point gap | 0.020 inches [0.508 mm] |
| Oil capacity | 1.125 qts [1.1 L] |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Power | 8 hp [6.0 kW] |
Transmission Information of Wheel Horse, B-85
Transmission variants 1
| Transmission | Peerless 601 |
|---|---|
| Type | Belt-driven gear |
| Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
Mechanical Specs of Wheel Horse, B-85
- Two-wheel drive
- Manual steering
- Open operator station.
Electrical System of Wheel Horse, B-85
| Ground | Negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
Where it sits
With 8 HP, the Wheel Horse B-85 sits between Workhorse 700 (7 HP) and 953 (9 HP) in Wheel Horse's range. Its power puts it in the 18th percentile of 1980s models in our database (977 machines).
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Wheel Horse B-85 have?
The Wheel Horse B-85 delivers 8 HP.
What years was the Wheel Horse B-85 produced?
The Wheel Horse B-85 was produced in 1982.
What engine does the Wheel Horse B-85 have?
The Wheel Horse B-85 is powered by a Gasoline, 1-cylinder vertical-shaft-valve engine.
What transmission does the Wheel Horse B-85 use?
The Wheel Horse B-85 uses a Peerless 601 transmission.
Is the Wheel Horse B-85 4WD?
The Wheel Horse B-85 is available in 2WD.