Wheel Horse 800 Special vs Wheel Horse 8HP 4-Speed

Verdict: Wheel Horse 800 Special vs Wheel Horse 8HP 4-Speed

The Wheel Horse 800 Special and the Wheel Horse 8HP 4-Speed are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 8 hp. Wheel Horse 800 Special is the lighter machine (204 kg vs 258 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Wheel Horse 8HP 4-Speed is the newer design (1973 vs 1971). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.