Wheel Horse 418-A vs Wheel Horse 718-Z
Verdict: Wheel Horse 418-A vs Wheel Horse 718-Z
The Wheel Horse 418-A and the Wheel Horse 718-Z are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 18 hp. Wheel Horse 418-A is the lighter machine (335 kg vs 453 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Wheel Horse 718-Z holds more fuel (22.7 L vs 11.4 L) for longer stints between fills. Wheel Horse 418-A is the newer design (1987 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.
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.