Wheel Horse lawn tractors

Wheel Horse 1055

The Wheel Horse 1055 is a garden tractor introduced in 1965 by Wheel Horse, built in South Bend, Indiana, USA. It features a 10 hp Kohler K241AS 390cc 1-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine, a 3-speed gear transmission called Wheel Horse Uni-Drive, and two-wheel drive with manual steering and an open operator station. The tractor weighs 512 lbs (232 kg) and has a wheelbase of 41.25 inches (104 cm). It uses 16x5.50-8 front tires and 22.5x8.00-12 rear tires. Attachments available include 36" and 42" mid-mount mower decks, a 32" snowblower, and a 42" blade. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground.

Power10 hp

Founded36/42" deck

Model1055

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Wheel Horse 1055

Engine

Type	gasoline
Model	Kohler K241AS
Power	10 hp (7.5 kW)
Cooling	air-cooled
Cylinders	1-cylinder
Fuel tank	1.5 gal (5.7 L)
Rated RPM	3600
Bore/Stroke	3.251x2.875 inches (83 x 73 mm)
Displacement	390 cc (23.85 ci)
Starter volts	12

Dimensions

Width	34 inches (86 cm)
Length	61 inches (154 cm)
Weight	512 lbs (232 kg)
Rear tire	22.5x8.00-12
Wheelbase	41.25 inches (104 cm)
Front tire	16x5.50-8
Height (hood)	33.5 inches (85 cm)
Ground clearance	7.25 inches (18 cm)
Height (steering wheel)	37 inches (93 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

Production

Type	Garden tractor
Built in	South Bend, Indiana, USA
Manufacturer	Wheel Horse
Year introduced	1965

Attachments

Note	Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments.
Blade	42 inches width (106 cm)
Snowblower	32 inches width (81 cm)
36" mid-mount mower deck	36 inches (91 cm)
42" mid-mount mower deck	42 inches (106 cm)

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