Wheel Horse lawn tractors
Wheel Horse Charger V8
The Wheel Horse Charger V8 is a garden tractor produced from 1969 to 1970 by Wheel Horse in South Bend, Indiana, USA. It features an 8 hp gasoline engine option from either Tecumseh or Kohler, a belt-driven hydrostatic Eaton 6 transmission with infinite forward and reverse gears, and a two-wheel drive mechanical system with manual steering. The tractor has a wheelbase of 42 inches, weighs 497 lbs, and uses lawn/turf tires sized 15x6.00-6 front and 20x8.00-10 rear. Attachments include a 36" mid-mount mower deck, a 42" front-mount blade, and a 32" front-mount snowblower. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery with a 10 amp alternator charging system.
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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Wheel Horse Charger V8
Engine
| Fuel tank | 1.5 gal (5.7 L) |
|---|---|
| Kohler KV181S | gasoline, 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft, Displacement 304 cc (18.6 ci), Bore/Stroke 2.9375x2.75 inches (75 x 70 mm), Power 8 hp (6.0 kW), Rated RPM 3600 |
| Tecumseh VH80 | gasoline, 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft, Displacement 389 cc (23.75 ci), Bore/Stroke 3.3125x2.75 inches (84 x 70 mm), Power 8 hp (6.0 kW), Rated RPM 3600, Starter volts 12 |
| Engine options | 8HP Tecumseh 389cc 1-cyl gasoline, 8HP Kohler 304cc 1-cyl gasoline |
Dimensions
| Width | 32 inches (81 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 60 inches (152 cm) |
| Rear tire | 20x8.00-10 |
| Wheelbase | 42 inches (106 cm) |
| Front tire | 15x6.00-6 |
| Height (hood) | 32.5 inches (82 cm) |
| Shipping weight | 497 lbs (225 kg) |
| Ground clearance | 5.625 inches (14 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 37.25 inches (94 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery AH | 24 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 10 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Production
| Type | Garden tractor |
|---|---|
| Built in | South Bend, Indiana, USA |
| Manufacturer | Wheel Horse |
| Years produced | 1969 - 1970 |
Attachments
| Note | Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. |
|---|---|
| 42" Blade | front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm) |
| 32" Snowblower | front-mount, 32 inches width (81 cm) |
| 36" mid-mount mower deck | manual lift, 36 inches (91 cm) cutting width |
Transmission
| Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
| Transmission | Eaton 6 |