Wahl W46/a15 W46/A15
Built: 1951–1952 · Series: Other models
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W46/A15 by Wahl W46/A15: two-cylinder small tractor rated at 20.6 kW (28 hp) in unit construction, built between 1951 and 1952.
The W46/A15 belongs to Wahl's early post-war generation and was built in unit construction, where the engine, clutch and gearbox formed a single load-bearing housing without a separate frame, as was common for small tractors of this period.
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The W46/A15 is powered by a two-cylinder engine of 2,356 cm³ displacement, delivering 20.6 kW (28 hp). At a height of 1,580 mm, a length of 2,785 mm, a wheelbase of 1,865 mm and a top speed of 19.85 km/h, the tractor is a compact representative of the early 1950s class. According to factory figures, around 20 units were built.
The very small number of roughly 20 units built makes the W46/A15 a genuine rarity among post-war small tractors. The 6.00-16 front and 9-24 rear tyres show sizing typical of this power class, with larger drive wheels at the rear.
Buying a used W46/A15 is, given its extreme rarity, effectively buying a top-tier collector's piece. What matters is checking the unit-construction housing for cracks in the load-bearing structure, since repairing such a rare model with original parts would be nearly impossible. Hoses and lines should also be checked for material fatigue after so many years of service. A test drive and a check of every lever and control also belong to a thorough inspection. The overall condition of the paint and sheet metal also gives clues about how the machine was stored over the years.
Sources: SpecCodex-Register: Kennwerte des Modells W46/A15
Technical data
Engine
| Power | 28 hp (20.6 kW)correct |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 2correct |
| Displacement | 2,356 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 2,785 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,530 mmcorrect |
| Height | 1,580 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 1,865 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 1,680 kg (with cutter bar)correct |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Front tyres | 6.00-16correct |
|---|---|
| Rear tyres | 9-24correct |
| Top speed | 19.85 km/hcorrect |
Origin and approval
| Construction | unit construction (no separate frame)correct |
|---|---|
| Units built | ca. 20correct |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 12.3 kW/t (21 kW / 1.7 t)
Power class: Compact (< 40 hp)
Stronger than 15% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,663 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Wahl W46/a15 W46/A15 have?
The Wahl W46/a15 W46/A15 delivers 28 hp.
How much does the Wahl W46/a15 W46/A15 weigh?
The unladen weight is 1,680 kg.
What engine does the Wahl W46/a15 W46/A15 have?
2 cylinders, 2,356 cm³ displacement.
How fast does the Wahl W46/a15 W46/A15 go?
Top speed is 19.9 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Wahl W46/a15 W46/A15?
2,785 mm × 1,530 mm × 1,580 mm.
When was the Wahl W46/a15 W46/A15 built?
Production years: 1951–1952.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Check front and rear tyre sizes: mismatched pairs strain the drivetrain.
- Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.
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Sources: Wikibooks Traktorenlexikon (CC BY-SA 4.0) (retrieved August 2026) · Values adopted and presented in our own form; changes from the source are possible. · How we check the data
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