How can I tell if my 520 H has gear reduction front steering?

[maytagman]

Is this option indicated in the tractors model number, or is it by the front wheel size or front axle?
What do I look for? My front axle assembly:confused3: looks very wide and the steering wheel is very easy to turn.

 

[DHD]

I'm not sure about gear reduction steering.
I remember my 1987 WH 416-H steered a little harder than my newer 1993 WH 416-H.
I'm pretty sure they both used the same steering gear set-up, the only difference was the 1987 WH had a noticeably smaller diameter steering wheel.
I actually preferred the older, smaller steering wheel. The larger steering wheel made it more difficult to get on and off the tractor.

 

[Racinbob]

520's had both. Look at the base of the steering column and it should be clear if you have the reduction. Without it there's just a 'fan' gear. If you can post a picture I could tell you for sure.

 

[maytagman]

Thanks!
Mine has a fan gear at the bottom of the steering shaft so it must not have the steering reduction.

 

[Racinbob]

Yupper dupper. Non reduction. Here's a picture of a reduction unit.