Wheel Horse 216-H vs Wheel Horse LT-1600 Work Horse

Verdict: Wheel Horse 216-H vs Wheel Horse LT-1600 Work Horse

The Wheel Horse 216-H and the Wheel Horse LT-1600 Work Horse are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 16 hp. Wheel Horse 216-H is the lighter machine (152 kg vs 243 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Wheel Horse LT-1600 Work Horse holds more fuel (6.1 L vs 5.7 L) for longer stints between fills. Wheel Horse 216-H is the newer design (1990 vs 1984). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.