Wheel Horse lawn tractors
Wheel Horse 16HP Automatic
The Wheel Horse 16HP Automatic is a garden tractor introduced in 1973, built in South Bend, Indiana, USA. It features a 16 hp Kohler K341S 588cc 1-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and two-wheel drive with manual steering. The tractor has an open operator station and offers optional sleeve hitch. It includes a mid PTO with independent mechanical clutch. Dimensions include a 45.5 inch wheelbase, 65 inch length, and 690 lbs shipping weight. Attachments available include mid-mount mower decks (36", 42", 48"), a 42" blade, and a 37" snow blower.
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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Wheel Horse 16HP Automatic
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Kohler K341S |
| Power | 16 hp (11.9 kW) |
| Cooling | air-cooled |
| Cylinders | 1-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 2 gal (7.6 L) |
| Rated RPM | 3600 |
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.75x3.25 inches (95 x 83 mm) |
| Displacement | 588 cc (35.89 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 2 qts (1.9 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Dimensions
| Width | 37 inches (93 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 65 inches (165 cm) |
| Rear tire | 23x9.50-12 |
| Wheelbase | 45.5 inches (115 cm) |
| Front tire | 16x5.50-8 |
| Height (hood) | 35 inches (88 cm) |
| Shipping weight | 690 lbs (312 kg) |
| Ground clearance | 7.25 inches (18 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 39 inches (99 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery AH | 42 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 15 |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Built in | South Bend, Indiana, USA |
|---|---|
| Category | Garden tractor |
| Year introduced | 1973 |
Attachments
| Note | Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. |
|---|---|
| 42" Blade | Wheel Horse 6-4113, front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm) |
| 37" Snow blower | Wheel Horse 6-6212, front-mount, 37 inches width (93 cm) |
| 36" mid-mount mower deck | Wheel Horse 5-0721, 36 inches (91 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, right-discharge |
| 42" mid-mount mower deck | Wheel Horse 5-1010, 42 inches (106 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, right-discharge |
| 48" mid-mount mower deck | Wheel Horse 5-1210, 48 inches (121 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, right-discharge |
Transmission
| Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
| Model | Sundstrand 90 |
| Oil capacity | 5 qts (4.7 L) |
| Oil change interval | 100 h |
Tractor hitch
| Type | sleeve hitch (Optional) |
|---|
Serial Numbers
| 1973 | 1-0440 |
|---|
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | mechanical |
|---|---|
| Mid PTO | independent |