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Wheel Horse C-125
The Wheel Horse C-125 is a compact lawn and garden tractor made from 1980 to 1984. It's perfect for small yards and gardens. This tractor has a 2-wheel drive system and manual steering, making it easy to control. It uses a belt-driven gear transmission with 6 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving you plenty of speed options. The C-125 is powered by a Kohler K301AS engine. This engine is air-cooled and runs on gasoline. It has one cylinder and puts out 12 horsepower, which is below average for tractors but good for its size. The engine size is small compared to other tractors, but it runs at a very high speed of 3600 rpm. This tractor is light, weighing about 600 pounds, which is average for its class. It's 68.9 inches long, 35.8 inches wide, and 40.9 inches tall, making it easy to store. The C-125 has lawn/turf tires and an open operator station, so you can enjoy the fresh air while you work.
ManufacturerWheel HorsePower12 hpEngine1-cylTransBelt-driven gear
Quick specs
- Category
- Lawn and Garden
- Engine Power Output
- 12hp
- Operating Weight
- 600 lb
- Transmission
- Belt-driven gear
At a glance
How the C-125 compares
vs. Lawn and Garden medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Lawn and Garden tractors
12 hp · 16th
This model
4
Median 18 hp
28
This modelLawn and Garden tractorsMediann = 380
The C-125 ranks at the 16th percentile for engine power among recorded lawn and garden tractors.
Overview
About the Wheel Horse C-125
The Wheel Horse C-125 is a compact lawn and garden tractor made from 1980 to 1984. It's perfect for small yards and gardens. This tractor has a 2-wheel drive system and manual steering, making it easy to control. It uses a belt-driven gear transmission with 6 forward gears and 2 reverse gears, giving you plenty of speed options. The C-125 is powered by a Kohler K301AS engine. This engine is air-cooled and runs on gasoline. It has one cylinder and puts out 12 horsepower, which is below average for tractors but good for its size. The engine size is small compared to other tractors, but it runs at a very high speed of 3600 rpm. This tractor is light, weighing about 600 pounds, which is average for its class. It's 68.9 inches long, 35.8 inches wide, and 40.9 inches tall, making it easy to store. The C-125 has lawn/turf tires and an open operator station, so you can enjoy the fresh air while you work.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Wheel Horse |
|---|---|
| Model | C-125 |
| Category | Lawn and Garden tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1980–1984 |
| Operating weight | 600lb |
Engine
| Make | Kohler |
|---|---|
| Model | K301AS |
| Power | 12hp |
| Cylinders | 1 |
| Displacement | 29ci |
| Bore | 3.39in |
| Stroke | 3.27in |
Transmission
| Type | Belt-driven gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 6 |
| Reverse gears | 2 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual |
| Cab | Open |
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | Independent with manual clutch |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 68.9in |
|---|---|
| Width | 35.8in |
| Height | 40.9in |
| Operating weight | 600lb |
Head to head
C-125 vs. Lawn and Garden median
How the Wheel Horse C-125 compares to other Lawn and Garden tractors
| Spec | This model | Lawn and Garden median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 12 hp | 18 hp | -33% | 16th |
| Engine Displacement | 29 ci | 41.1 ci | -29% | 23rd |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 | -50% | 17th |
| Forward Gears | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 600 lb | 738 lb | -19% | 37th |
| Length | 68.9 in | 71.7 in | -4% | 38th |
| Width | 35.8 in | 43.3 in | -17% | 15th |
| Height | 40.9 in | 42.9 in | -5% | 21st |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the lawn and garden tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 152–380 models).
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolens 3212G | 12 hp | 463 lb | 1987–1992 | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
When was the Wheel Horse C-125 in production?
Wheel Horse C-125 production started in 1980 and ended in 1984.
How much horsepower does the Wheel Horse C-125 have?
The Wheel Horse C-125 produces 12 hp from its 1-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 29 ci.
How much does the Wheel Horse C-125 weigh?
The Wheel Horse C-125 weighs about 600 lb in operating condition.
What transmission is in the Wheel Horse C-125?
Transmission on the Wheel Horse C-125 is Belt-driven gear, with 6 forward speeds.
What maintenance does the Wheel Horse C-125 require?
Like any tractor, the Wheel Horse C-125 needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.