Wheel Horse 520-H vs Wheel Horse 824-Z

Verdict: Wheel Horse 520-H vs Wheel Horse 824-Z

The Wheel Horse 520-H and the Wheel Horse 824-Z are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Wheel Horse 824-Z leads on rated power with 24 hp against 20 hp. Wheel Horse 520-H is the lighter machine (293 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 824-Z holds more fuel (22.7 L vs 11.4 L) for longer stints between fills. Wheel Horse 824-Z is the newer design (1992 vs 1988). In short: choose the Wheel Horse 824-Z for outright pulling power, or the Wheel Horse 520-H if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.