Ariens RM1228
The Ariens RM1228 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): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: Disc-O-Matic.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
0.75 gal
2.8 L
Transmission
Disc-O-Matic
Overview
 | 1991 - 1996
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 | |
Variants |
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Ariens RM1228 Engine | |
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12HP Briggs & Stratton 465cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 0.75 gal
2.8 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Ariens RM1228 Transmission | |
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6-speed fiction 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 |
Front tire | 4.10-3.50x4.00 |
Rear tire | 16-6.50x8 |
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 286707 |
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) | 12 hp
8.9 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — Disc-O-Matic
Transmission | Disc-O-Matic |
Type | fiction disc |
Gears | 6 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
Ariens RM1228 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 4.10-3.50x4.00 |
Lawn/turf rear | 16-6.50x8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 45.5 inches
115 cm |
Length | 62.5 inches
158 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 39 inches
99 cm |
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 |
Cut height | 1.5 to 3.5 inch
3 to 8 cm |
Cut positions | 5 |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ariens Lawn Tractors Ariens RM1228.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.3 hrs
Approximately 1.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (0.8 gal / 2.8 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.6 gal/hr (2.4 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 RM1228 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ariens Lawn Tractors Ariens RM1228.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)12 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.2 PS
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