Wheel Horse lawn tractors
Wheel Horse C-141
The Wheel Horse C-141 is a garden tractor produced from 1978 to 1979 as part of the C Series. It features a 14 hp Kohler K321AS 512cc 1-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine, with options for a 6-speed gear or hydrostatic transmission. Built in South Bend, Indiana, USA, it has a wheelbase of 45.5 inches and weighs between 600 to 640 pounds depending on transmission. The tractor includes features such as two-wheel drive, manual steering, an open operator station, and an optional sleeve hitch. It supports a variety of attachments including mid-mount mower decks, blades, and snow blowers, making it versatile for lawn and garden tasks.
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ModelC-141
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Wheel Horse C-141
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Kohler K321AS |
| Cooling | air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 1-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 3 gal (11.4 L) |
| Point gap | 0.020 inches (0.508 mm) |
| Rated RPM | 3400 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.5x3.25 inches (89 x 83 mm) |
| Displacement | 512 cc (31.27 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 1.5 qts (1.4 L) |
| Power (gross) | 14 hp (10.4 kW) |
| Sparkplug gap | 0.025 inches (0.635 mm) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Dimensions
| Width | 36 inches (91 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 41 inches (104 cm) |
| Length | 65 inches (165 cm) |
| Rear tire | 23x8.50-12 |
| Wheelbase | 45.5 inches (115 cm) |
| Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
| Gear Weight | 600 lbs (272 kg) |
| Hydro Weight | 640 lbs (290 kg) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 15 |
Production
| Series | C Series |
|---|---|
| Built in | South Bend, Indiana, USA |
| Category | Garden tractor |
| Original price | $2,285 (1978 gear), $2,570 (1978 hydro) |
| Years produced | 1978 - 1979 |
Attachments
| 40" Blade | Wheel Horse 7-40BM01, mid-mount, 40 inches width (101 cm), Angling 20°, 36 lbs (16 kg), manual-lift, manual-angle |
|---|---|
| 42" Blade | Wheel Horse 6-42BC01, front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm), Angling 30°, 112 lbs (50 kg), manual-lift, manual-angle |
| 42" Snow blower | Wheel Horse 6-42ST01, 42 inches width (106 cm), single-stage, front-mount, manual-lift, 176 lbs (79 kg) |
| 36" mid-mount mower deck | Wheel Horse 5-36MR01, 36 inches (91 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, rear-discharge, Cut height: 1.25 to 3.25 inch (3 to 8 cm), 123 lbs (55 kg) |
| 42" mid-mount mower deck | Wheel Horse 5-42MR01, 42 inches (106 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, rear-discharge, Cut height: 1.5 to 3.25 inch (3 to 8 cm), 132 lbs (59 kg) |
| 48" mid-mount mower deck | Wheel Horse 48-MS01, 48 inches (121 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, right-discharge, Cut height: 1.5 to 4 inch (3 to 10 cm), 165 lbs (74 kg) |
| 36" mid-mount mower deck (right-discharge) | Wheel Horse 5-36MS01, 36 inches (91 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, right-discharge, Cut height: 1.25 to 3.25 inch (3 to 8 cm), 123 lbs (55 kg) |
| 42" mid-mount mower deck (right-discharge) | Wheel Horse 42-MS01, 42 inches (106 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, right-discharge, Cut height: 1.5 to 4 inch (3 to 10 cm), 132 lbs (59 kg) |
Transmission
| Options | 6-speed gear, hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gear transmission | Typebelt-driven gear Gears6 forward and 2 reverse ManufacturerWheel Horse Oil capacity2 qts (1.9 L) |
| Hydrostatic transmission | Typebelt-driven hydrostatic Gearsinfinite forward and reverse ManufacturerSundstrand Oil capacity5.5 qts (5.2 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Type | sleeve hitch (Optional) |
|---|
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | manual dry disc |
|---|---|
| Mid PTO | independent |
| Mid PTO Type | pulley |