Wheel Horse 246-H vs Wheel Horse GT-1600
Verdict: Wheel Horse 246-H vs Wheel Horse GT-1600
The Wheel Horse 246-H and the Wheel Horse GT-1600 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 246-H is the lighter machine (214 kg vs 289 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Wheel Horse GT-1600 holds more fuel (11.4 L vs 5.7 L) for longer stints between fills. Wheel Horse 246-H is the newer design (1992 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.
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.