Brand siblingLawn and GardenPerformance profile
Wheel Horse Raider 10
The Wheel Horse Raider 10 is a compact lawn and garden tractor built from 1970 to 1975. It's designed for homeowners who need a reliable machine for yard work. This tractor has a 2-wheel drive system and manual steering, making it easy to maneuver around gardens and lawns. The Raider 10 is powered by a Tecumseh HH-100 engine, which is air-cooled and runs on gasoline. It has one cylinder and produces 10 horsepower, which is on the lower end for tractor engines. The engine size is also smaller than average, but it spins at a very high 3600 rpm. This tractor has a 6-speed forward and 2-speed reverse transmission, giving the operator good control over speed. It weighs 573 pounds, which is about average for its class, and measures 65 inches long, 36.6 inches wide, and 39 inches tall.
ManufacturerWheel HorsePower10 hpEngine1-cylTransGear type, Belt-driven gear
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Quick specs
- Category
- Lawn and Garden
- Engine Power Output
- 10hp
- Operating Weight
- 573 lb
- Transmission
- Gear type, Belt-driven gear
At a glance
How the Raider 10 compares
vs. Lawn and Garden medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Lawn and Garden tractors
10 hp · 7th
This model
4
Median 18 hp
28
This modelLawn and Garden tractorsMediann = 380
The Raider 10 ranks at the 7th percentile for engine power among recorded lawn and garden tractors.
Overview
About the Wheel Horse Raider 10
The Wheel Horse Raider 10 is a compact lawn and garden tractor built from 1970 to 1975. It's designed for homeowners who need a reliable machine for yard work. This tractor has a 2-wheel drive system and manual steering, making it easy to maneuver around gardens and lawns. The Raider 10 is powered by a Tecumseh HH-100 engine, which is air-cooled and runs on gasoline. It has one cylinder and produces 10 horsepower, which is on the lower end for tractor engines. The engine size is also smaller than average, but it spins at a very high 3600 rpm. This tractor has a 6-speed forward and 2-speed reverse transmission, giving the operator good control over speed. It weighs 573 pounds, which is about average for its class, and measures 65 inches long, 36.6 inches wide, and 39 inches tall.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Wheel Horse |
|---|---|
| Model | Raider 10 |
| Category | Lawn and Garden tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1970–1975 |
| Operating weight | 573lb |
Engine
| Make | Tecumseh |
|---|---|
| Model | HH-100 |
| Power | 10hp |
| Cylinders | 1 |
| Displacement | 23.7ci |
| Bore | 3.31in |
| Stroke | 2.76in |
Transmission
| Type | Gear type, Belt-driven gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 6 |
| Reverse gears | 2 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual |
| Cab | Open operator station |
Dimensions
| Length | 65in |
|---|---|
| Width | 36.6in |
| Height | 39in |
| Operating weight | 573lb |
Tires
| Front | 16x5.50-8 |
|---|---|
| Rear | 23x8.50-12 |
Head to head
Raider 10 vs. Lawn and Garden median
How the Wheel Horse Raider 10 compares to other Lawn and Garden tractors
| Spec | This model | Lawn and Garden median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 10 hp | 18 hp | -44% | 7th |
| Engine Displacement | 23.7 ci | 41.1 ci | -42% | 9th |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 | -50% | 17th |
| Forward Gears | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 573 lb | 738 lb | -22% | 33rd |
| Length | 65 in | 71.7 in | -9% | 13th |
| Width | 36.6 in | 43.3 in | -15% | 21st |
| Height | 39 in | 42.9 in | -9% | 4th |
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).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
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| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheel Horse 310-8 | 10 hp | 527 lb | 1985–1993 | Compare → |
| Wheel Horse 312-8 | 12 hp | 547 lb | 1985–1997 | Compare → |
| Wheel Horse B-80 | 8 hp | 538 lb | 1974–1977 | Compare → |
| Wheel Horse C-120 | 12 hp | 595 lb | 1974–1977 | Compare → |
| Wheel Horse C-125 | 12 hp | 600 lb | 1980–1984 | Compare → |
Commonly compared tractors with similar horsepower from other brands
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolens 1050 | 10 hp | 644 lb | 1966–1969 | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet 100 | 10 hp | — | 1963–1965 | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet 1000 | 10 hp | 628 lb | 1974–1980 | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet 1015 | 10 hp | 396.8 lb | 1988–1991 | Compare → |
| Cub Cadet 102 | 10 hp | 778 lb | 1965–1967 | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
What years was the Wheel Horse Raider 10 manufactured?
Production of the Wheel Horse Raider 10 ran from 1970 through 1975.
What is the working weight of the Wheel Horse Raider 10?
The operating weight of the Wheel Horse Raider 10 is approximately 573 lb.
What type of transmission does the Wheel Horse Raider 10 have?
The Wheel Horse Raider 10 uses a Gear type, Belt-driven gear transmission offering 6 forward gears.
What size tires does the Wheel Horse Raider 10 use?
Factory rubber for the Wheel Horse Raider 10 is 16x5.50-8 front tires and 23x8.50-12 rear tires.
How powerful is the Wheel Horse Raider 10?
The Wheel Horse Raider 10 has an engine power output of 10 hp. It is powered by a 1-cylinder engine displacing 23.7 ci.
What routine service does the Wheel Horse Raider 10 need?
Regular maintenance for the Wheel Horse Raider 10 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.