Wheel Horse 17-44XL vs Wheel Horse 267-H
Verdict: Wheel Horse 17-44XL vs Wheel Horse 267-H
The Wheel Horse 17-44XL and the Wheel Horse 267-H are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 17 hp. Wheel Horse 17-44XL is the lighter machine (212 kg vs 244 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Wheel Horse 267-H holds more fuel (14.8 L vs 6.6 L) for longer stints between fills. Wheel Horse 17-44XL is the newer design (1999 vs 1996). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.