Ariens Emperor 7
The Ariens Emperor 7 is a tractor produced by Ariens Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 245 cc 15 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 7 hp / 5.2 kW. Transmission: Disc-O-Matic. Operating weight: 371 lbs 168 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 7 hp / 5.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
Disc-O-Matic
Operating Weight
371 lbs
168 kg
Overview
![]() | 1968 - 1972
Model year 19681969-197019711972
Emperor SeriesRiding lawn mower
Emperor Series
Riding lawn mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Ariens |
Riding lawn mower | |
Built in Brillion, Wisconsin, USA | |
Original price was $470 in 1968 | |
Variants | |
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3ML7D | recoil start |
3ML7DE | electric start |
Ariens Emperor 7 Engine | |
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7HP Tecumseh 245cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
Ariens Emperor 7 Transmission | |
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4-speed friction disc | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Mechanical band brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | mechanical idler |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 46.5 inches
118 cm |
Weight | 371 lbs
168 kg |
Front tire | 11x4.00-5 |
Rear tire | 16x5.50-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 245 cc / 15 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Tecumseh V70 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 245 cc
15 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.75x2.53 inches
70 x 64 mm |
Power | 7 hp
5.2 kW |
Starter type | manual recoil |
electric *Plug-in 120V electric starter on model 3ML7DE. |
Transmission
Transmission — Disc-O-Matic
Transmission | Disc-O-Matic |
Type | friction disc |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
Ariens Emperor 7 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 11x4.00-5 |
Lawn/turf rear | 16x5.50-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 46.5 inches
118 cm |
Length | 66 inches
167 cm |
Width | 24 inches
60 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 36 inches
91 cm |
Shipping weight | 371 lbs
168 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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26" mid-mount mower deck | |
30" mid-mount mower deck | |
Blade |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ariens Lawn Tractors Ariens Emperor 7.
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Ariens Lawn Tractors Ariens Emperor 7 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ariens Lawn Tractors Ariens Emperor 7.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)7 hp
Kilowatts (kW)5.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)7.1 PS
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