Wheel Horse 856 vs Wheel Horse A-80

Verdict: Wheel Horse 856 vs Wheel Horse A-80

The Wheel Horse 856 and the Wheel Horse A-80 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 856 is the lighter machine (194 kg vs 224 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Wheel Horse A-80 is the newer design (1975 vs 1966). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.