Ariens FM26
The Ariens FM26 is a tractor produced by Ariens Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 222 cc 13.55 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 6 hp / 4.5 kW. Transmission: Disc-O-Matic. Operating weight: 250 lbs 113 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 6 hp / 4.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
0.5 gal
1.9 L
Transmission
Disc-O-Matic
Operating Weight
250 lbs
113 kg
Overview
![]() | 1987 - 1989
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 | $980 (1987 recoil ) |
$1,080 (1987 electric ) | |
Variants | |
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912010 | FM26 recoil start |
912011 | FM26e electric start |
Ariens FM26 Engine | |
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6HP Tecumseh 222cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 0.5 gal
1.9 L |
Engine details ... | |
Ariens FM26 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 | 250 lbs
113 kg |
Front tire | 4x4.10/3.5 |
Rear tire | 13x5.00-6 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Mowers - Tractors - Tillers published in 1987, by Ariens | |
Tractors published in 1988, by Ariens |
Engine
Engine Detail — 222 cc / 13.55 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Tecumseh TVM140 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 222 cc
13.55 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.63x2.50 inches
67 x 64 mm |
Power | 6 hp
4.5 kW |
Starter | manual recoil |
electric OptOptional | |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — Disc-O-Matic
Transmission | Disc-O-Matic |
Type | friction disk |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
Ariens FM26 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 4x4.10/3.5 |
Lawn/turf rear | 13x5.00-6 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 37.5 inches
95 cm |
Length | 52 inches
132 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 38 inches
96 cm |
Weight | 250 lbs
113 kg |
Attachments
26" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Ariens |
1-blade | |
Cutting width | 26 inches
66 cm |
Overall width | 38 inches
96 cm |
Cut height | 1.5 to 3.5 inch
3 to 8 cm |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ariens Lawn Tractors Ariens FM26.
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 FM26 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ariens Lawn Tractors Ariens FM26.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)6 hp
Kilowatts (kW)4.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)6.1 PS
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