Ariens Fairway 5 12M5
The Ariens Fairway 5 12M5 is a tractor produced by Ariens Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 5 hp / 3.7 kW. Transmission: Disc-O-Matic. Operating weight: 260 lbs 117 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 5 hp / 3.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
Disc-O-Matic
Operating Weight
260 lbs
117 kg
Overview
![]() | 1967 - 1976
Model year 1967-196819691970-19711972-1976
Fairway SeriesRiding lawn mower
Fairway 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 $350 in 1968 | |
Ariens Fairway 5 Engine | |
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5HP Tecumseh 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
Ariens Fairway 5 Transmission | |
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4-speed friction disk | |
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 | 37.5 inches
95 cm |
Weight | 260 lbs
117 kg |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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Riding Mowers published in 1968, by Ariens |
Engine
Engine Detail — Gasoline
Manufacturer | Tecumseh |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Power | 5 hp
3.7 kW |
Starter type | manual recoil |
Transmission
Transmission — Disc-O-Matic
Transmission | Disc-O-Matic |
Type | friction disk |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
Ariens Fairway 5 Tires |
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Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 37.5 inches
95 cm |
Length | 52 inches
132 cm |
Width | 24 inches
60 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 35 inches
88 cm |
Shipping weight | 260 lbs
117 kg |
Attachments
26" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Ariens |
1-blade | |
Cutting width | 26 inches
66 cm |
Overall width | 28.5 inches
72 cm |
Cut height | 1.5 to 3.25 inch
3 to 8 cm |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ariens Lawn Tractors Ariens Fairway 5 12M5.
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 Fairway 5 12M5 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ariens Lawn Tractors Ariens Fairway 5 12M5.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)3.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)5.1 PS
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