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Wheel Horse C-81

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Introduction

Discover the reliable Wheel Horse C-81 garden tractor, a versatile workhorse from the 1978-1979 era.This tractor features a robust Kohler K181S engine, delivering a strong 8 hp [6.0 kW] at 3575 rated RPM, powered by gasoline and cooled by air.Equipped with a convenient 36" mower deck and a 6-speed forward and 2-speed reverse belt-driven gear transmission, it's ready for your landscaping needs.The C-81 boasts a manual dry disc clutch and an independent mid PTO with pulley, offering flexibility in operation.Its sturdy construction includes two-wheel drive and manual steering, with an open operator station for comfortable use.With a wheelbase of 45.5 inches and weighing 540 lbs, this garden tractor is designed for stability and maneuverability, featuring lawn/turf tires for smooth performance.The hitch is a sleeve hitch, offering optional attachment capabilities. Built in South Bend, Indiana, USA, this Wheel Horse C-81 is a testament to durable American engineering.It originally sold for $1,465 in 1978, representing excellent value for a tractor of its caliber.

Introduction

Production Information of Wheel Horse, C-81

The production information of the tractor (C-81) includes details about its manufacturing.

Original price was $1,465 in 1978

Garden tractor

Built in South Bend, Indiana, USA


Manufacturer	Wheel Horse

Dimension and Tires Information of Wheel Horse, C-81

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Wheelbase	45.5 inches [115 cm]
Weight	540 lbs [244 kg]
Height	41 inches [104 cm]
Length	65 inches [165 cm]
Width	36 inches [91 cm]


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

Engine Specifications of Wheel Horse, C-81

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Kohler K181S

Air-cooled horizontal-shaft

Gasoline

1-cylinder


Oil capacity	1.25 qts [1.2 L]
Displacement	304 cc [18.6 ci]
Rated RPM	3575
Bore/Stroke	2.94x2.75 inches [75 x 70 mm]
Point gap	0.020 inches [0.508 mm]
Sparkplug gap	0.025 inches [0.635 mm]
Starter volts	12
Starter	Electric
Power (gross)	8 hp [6.0 kW]

Transmission Information of Wheel Horse, C-81Y

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Transmission variants 1


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

Mechanical Specs of Wheel Horse, C-81Y

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Two-wheel drive

Manual steering

Open operator station.

Power Information of Wheel Horse, C-81Y

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Mid PTO	Independent
Clutch	Manual dry disc
Mid PTO Type	Pulley