Wheel Horse 212-H vs Wheel Horse 312-A

Verdict: Wheel Horse 212-H vs Wheel Horse 312-A

The Wheel Horse 212-H and the Wheel Horse 312-A are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 12 hp. Wheel Horse 212-H is the lighter machine (150 kg vs 584 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Wheel Horse 312-A holds more fuel (11.4 L vs 5.7 L) for longer stints between fills. Wheel Horse 212-H is the newer design (1988 vs 1986). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.