Ariens High Sierra 1848

The Ariens High Sierra 1848 is a tractor produced by Ariens Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: Eaton 851. Operating weight: 505 lbs 229 kg.

Engine Power

Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW

Fuel & Capacities

3 gal 11.4 L

Transmission

Eaton 851

Operating Weight

505 lbs 229 kg

Overview

	1996 - 1999 Lawn tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Ariens
Lawn tractor
Built in Brillion, Wisconsin, USA

Variants

Ariens High Sierra 1848 Engine
18HP Briggs & Stratton 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	3 gal 11.4 L
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Ariens High Sierra 1848 Transmission
hydrostatic
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Mechanical
Steering	manual
Disc brakes
Open operator station.

Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO	independent
Clutch	electric

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	48 inches 121 cm
Weight	505 lbs 229 kg
Front tire	15x6.00-6
Rear tire	23x10.50-12
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging amps	16
Battery CCA	290
Battery volts	12

Engine

Engine Detail — Gasoline

Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin
Power (gross)	18 hp 13.4 kW
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	1.75 qts 1.7 L
Sparkplug	Champion RC12YC
Sparkplug gap	0.030 inches 0.762 mm

Transmission

Transmission — Eaton 851

Transmission	Eaton 851
Type	belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse

Dimensions

Ariens High Sierra 1848 Tires
Lawn/turf front	15x6.00-6
Lawn/turf rear	23x10.50-12

Dimensions
Wheelbase	48 inches 121 cm
Length	70 inches 177 cm
Height (steering wheel)	45 inches 114 cm
Shipping weight	505 lbs 229 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
48" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade

48" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount Ariens
	3-blade
Cutting width	48 inches 121 cm

Photos

Ariens High Sierra 1848 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Ariens Lawn Tractors Ariens High Sierra 1848 based on its 18 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm)	Light Duty	Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	4 ft (48 in)1.2 m	Light Duty	Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm	Light Duty	Covers compact tractor tire width.

Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ariens Lawn Tractors Ariens High Sierra 1848.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.2 hrs

Approximately 3.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3 gal / 11.4 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.5 L/hr)

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 High Sierra 1848 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)18 hp

Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS

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