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Wheel Horse C-121

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Introduction

Discover the reliable Wheel Horse C-121 garden tractor, a versatile workhorse built in South Bend, Indiana, USA.This 1978-1979 model boasts a powerful 12 hp engine with a 476 cc displacement, designed for efficient operation.It features a convenient mid PTO with a manual dry disc clutch and pulley system, making it adaptable for various attachments.With a 2-wheel drive system and manual steering, the C-121 offers straightforward control in an open operator station.The transmission options include a 6-speed gear or hydrostatic drive, paired with a sleeve hitch for added functionality.Its robust build, with a wheelbase of 45.5 inches and a gear weight of 600 lbs, ensures stability and durability for your gardening needs.Equipped with lawn/turf tires, front size 16x6.50-8 and rear size 23x8.50-12, this tractor is ready to tackle your landscaping projects.

Introduction

Production Information of Wheel Horse, C-121

The production information of the tractor (C-121) includes details about its manufacturing.

Garden tractor

Built in South Bend, Indiana, USA


Manufacturer	Wheel Horse
	$2,310 (1978 hydro )
Original price	$2,075 (1978 gear )

Dimension and Tires Information of Wheel Horse, C-121

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Wheelbase	45.5 inches [115 cm]
Gear Weight	600 lbs [272 kg]
Height	41 inches [104 cm]
Length	65 inches [165 cm]
Hydro Weight	630 lbs [285 kg]
Width	36 inches [91 cm]


Lawn/turf front	16x6.50-8
Lawn/turf rear	23x8.50-12

Engine Specifications of Wheel Horse, C-121

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Air-cooled horizontal-shaft

Image courtesy of Arthur Andersen

1-cylinder


Oil capacity	1.5 qts [1.4 L]
Displacement	476 cc [29.07 ci]
Rated RPM	3400
Bore/Stroke	3.38x3.25 inches [86 x 83 mm]
Point gap	0.020 inches [0.508 mm]
Sparkplug gap	0.025 inches [0.635 mm]
Starter volts	12
Starter	Electric
Power (gross)	12 hp [8.9 kW]

Transmission Information of Wheel Horse, C-121Y

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Transmission variants 1


Transmission	Wheel Horse 103916
Oil capacity	2 qts [1.9 L]
Type	Belt-driven gear
Gears	6 forward and 2 reverse

Transmission variants 2


Manufacturer	Sundstrand
Oil capacity	5.5 qts [5.2 L]
Type	Belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears	Infinite forward and reverse

6-speed gear

Hydrostatic

Mechanical Specs of Wheel Horse, C-121Y

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, C-121Y

Discover the power specifications and options available for this tractor model but also PTO (Power Take-off) information.


Mid PTO	Independent
Clutch	Manual dry disc
Mid PTO Type	Pulley