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Wheel Horse D-200
The Wheel Horse D-200 is a lawn and garden tractor made from 1974 to 1981. It's a small, powerful machine perfect for taking care of yards and gardens. This tractor has two wheels that drive it, and you steer it by hand. It uses a special transmission that lets you change speed smoothly without gears. Under the hood, the D-200 has a Kohler K532S engine. This engine is air-cooled and runs on gasoline. It has two cylinders and is very powerful for its size. The engine can produce 19.8 horsepower, which is above average for tractors in its class. It's also quite fast, with a very high rated speed of 3600 rpm. The tractor is pretty heavy at 1025 pounds, which helps it stay stable while working. It has special lawn tires that are gentle on grass. The D-200 can use many different tools for gardening and lawn care, making it a versatile helper around the yard.
ManufacturerWheel HorsePower19.8 hpEngine2-cylTransHydrostatic
Quick specs
- Category
- Lawn and Garden
- Engine Power Output
- 20hp
- Operating Weight
- 1,025 lb
- Transmission
- Hydrostatic
At a glance
How the D-200 compares
vs. Lawn and Garden medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Lawn and Garden tractors
19.8 hp · 55th
This model
4
Median 18 hp
28
This modelLawn and Garden tractorsMediann = 380
The D-200 ranks at the 55th percentile for engine power among recorded lawn and garden tractors.
Overview
About the Wheel Horse D-200
The Wheel Horse D-200 is a lawn and garden tractor made from 1974 to 1981. It's a small, powerful machine perfect for taking care of yards and gardens. This tractor has two wheels that drive it, and you steer it by hand. It uses a special transmission that lets you change speed smoothly without gears. Under the hood, the D-200 has a Kohler K532S engine. This engine is air-cooled and runs on gasoline. It has two cylinders and is very powerful for its size. The engine can produce 19.8 horsepower, which is above average for tractors in its class. It's also quite fast, with a very high rated speed of 3600 rpm. The tractor is pretty heavy at 1025 pounds, which helps it stay stable while working. It has special lawn tires that are gentle on grass. The D-200 can use many different tools for gardening and lawn care, making it a versatile helper around the yard.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Wheel Horse |
|---|---|
| Model | D-200 |
| Category | Lawn and Garden tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1974–1981 |
| Operating weight | 1,025lb |
Engine
| Make | Kohler |
|---|---|
| Model | K532S |
| Power | 19.8hp |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Displacement | 53.7ci |
| Bore | 3.39in |
| Stroke | 2.99in |
Transmission
| Type | Hydrostatic |
|---|
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual |
| Cab | Open |
Dimensions
| Length | 75.2in |
|---|---|
| Width | 44.9in |
| Height | 45.3in |
| Operating weight | 1,025lb |
Head to head
D-200 vs. Lawn and Garden median
How the Wheel Horse D-200 compares to other Lawn and Garden tractors
| Spec | This model | Lawn and Garden median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 19.8 hp | 18 hp | +10% | 55th |
| Engine Displacement | 53.7 ci | 41.1 ci | +31% | 76th |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 1,025 lb | 738 lb | +39% | 64th |
| Length | 75.2 in | 71.7 in | +5% | 67th |
| Width | 44.9 in | 43.3 in | +4% | 56th |
| Height | 45.3 in | 42.9 in | +6% | 66th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the lawn and garden tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 269–380 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Wheel Horse tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheel Horse D-250 | 19.8 hp | 1,160 lb | 1976–1981 | Compare → |
| Wheel Horse 520H | 20 hp | 663.6 lb | 1990–1997 | Compare → |
| Wheel Horse 520H (1988-1989) | 20 hp | 646 lb | 1988–1989 | Compare → |
| Wheel Horse D-180 | 18 hp | — | 1974–1975 | Compare → |
| Wheel Horse 257H | 17 hp | — | 1988–1989 | Compare → |
Commonly compared tractors with similar horsepower from other brands
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ag King AK2040 | 20 hp | 2,470 lb | — | Compare → |
| Ariens GT20 | 20 hp | 959 lb | 1988–1995 | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers 620 | 19.5 hp | 1,499 lb | 1973–1975 | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers 720 | 19.5 hp | 1,299 lb | 1975–1983 | Compare → |
| Bolens HT20 | 19.5 hp | 1,091 lb | 1973–1978 | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
What years was the Wheel Horse D-200 manufactured?
Production of the Wheel Horse D-200 ran from 1974 through 1981.
What type of transmission does the Wheel Horse D-200 have?
The Wheel Horse D-200 uses a Hydrostatic transmission.
How powerful is the Wheel Horse D-200?
The Wheel Horse D-200 has an engine power output of 19.8 hp. It is powered by a 2-cylinder engine displacing 53.7 ci.
What is the working weight of the Wheel Horse D-200?
The operating weight of the Wheel Horse D-200 is approximately 1,025 lb.
What routine service does the Wheel Horse D-200 need?
Regular maintenance for the Wheel Horse D-200 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.