Ariens RM1028
The Ariens RM1028 is a tractor produced by Ariens Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 465 cc 28.4 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 10 hp / 7.5 kW. Transmission: Disc-O-Matic. Operating weight: 320 lbs 145 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 10 hp / 7.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
0.75 gal
2.8 L
Transmission
Disc-O-Matic
Operating Weight
320 lbs
145 kg
Overview
![]() | 2000 - 2002
927 SeriesRiding lawn mower
927 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 $1,499 in 2002 | |
Variants |
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Ariens RM1028 Engine | |
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10HP Briggs & Stratton 465cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 0.75 gal
2.8 L |
Engine details ... | |
Ariens RM1028 Transmission | |
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6-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 | idler pulley |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 45.5 inches
115 cm |
Weight | 320 lbs
145 kg |
Front tire | 4.10-3.50x4.00 |
Rear tire | 16.6x5x8.00 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 465 cc / 28.4 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 28B707 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 465 cc
28.4 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.44x3.06 inches
87 x 78 mm |
Power (gross) | 10 hp
7.5 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — Disc-O-Matic
Transmission | Disc-O-Matic |
Type | friction disc |
Gears | 6 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
Ariens RM1028 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 4.10-3.50x4.00 |
Lawn/turf rear | 16.6x5x8.00 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 45.5 inches
115 cm |
Length | 62.5 inches
158 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 39 inches
99 cm |
Weight | 320 lbs
145 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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28" mid-mount mower deck | |
Blade |
28" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Ariens |
1-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 28 inches
71 cm |
Overall width | 35 inches
88 cm |
Cut height | 1.5 to 3.5 inch
3 to 8 cm |
Cut positions | 5 |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ariens Lawn Tractors Ariens RM1028.
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 RM1028 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ariens Lawn Tractors Ariens RM1028.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)10 hp
Kilowatts (kW)7.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)10.1 PS
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