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Wheel Horse Commando V8

Wheel Horse Commando V8 tractor
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The Wheel Horse Commando V8 is a garden tractor produced from 1969 to 1970 by Wheel Horse in South Bend, Indiana, USA. It features two engine options: an 8HP Kohler 304cc single-cylinder gasoline engine and an 8HP Tecumseh 389cc single-cylinder gasoline engine. The tractor has a 3-speed belt-driven gear transmission with 3 forward and 1 reverse gears. It is a two-wheel drive with manual steering and an open operator station. The tractor includes a mid PTO with an independent mechanical clutch. Dimensions include a 42 inch wheelbase, 60 inch length, and a shipping weight of 493 lbs. Attachments available include a 36" mid-mount mower deck, a 32" snowblower, and a 42" blade, all Wheel Horse branded. Electrical system features 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 Commando V8

Engine

Power:8 hp (6.0 kW)
Fuel tank:1.5 gal (5.7 L)
Rated RPM:3600
Bore/Stroke:2.94x2.75 inches (75 x 70 mm)
Displacement:304 cc (18.6 ci)
Oil capacity:1 qts (0.9 L)
Kohler KV181S:gasoline, 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Starter volts:12
Tecumseh VH80:gasoline, 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Engine options:8HP Kohler 304cc 1-cyl gasoline, 8HP Tecumseh 389cc 1-cyl gasoline
Power Tecumseh:8 hp (6.0 kW)
Rated RPM Tecumseh:3600
Bore/Stroke Tecumseh:3.3125x2.75 inches (84 x 70 mm)
Displacement Tecumseh:389 cc (23.75 ci)

Chassis

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Steering:Manual steering
Operator station:Open operator station

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:493 lbs (223 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
Original price:$810 in 1969
Years produced:1969 - 1970

Attachments

Blade:42 inches width, front-mount Wheel Horse
Snowblower:32 inches width, front-mount Wheel Horse
36" mid-mount mower deck:36 inches cutting width, mid-mount Wheel Horse, manual lift

Transmission

Type:belt-driven gear
Gears:3 forward and 1 reverse
Oil capacity:2 qts (1.9 L)
Transmission model:5066

Serial Numbers

1969:1-4841
Location:Serial number plate on the dashboard pedestal of the Commando V8. Model codes shown.
1970 Kohler:1-4851
1970 Tecumseh:1-4852

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:mechanical
PTO type:independent
PTO location:Mid PTO