Wheel Horse 1100 Special vs Wheel Horse 111-5

Verdict: Wheel Horse 1100 Special vs Wheel Horse 111-5

The Wheel Horse 1100 Special and the Wheel Horse 111-5 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 11 hp. Wheel Horse 111-5 is the lighter machine (181 kg vs 254 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Wheel Horse 1100 Special holds more fuel (11.4 L vs 4.7 L) for longer stints between fills. Wheel Horse 111-5 is the newer design (1985 vs 1980). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.