Ariens S-12 931001
The Ariens S-12 931001 is a tractor produced by Ariens Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 476 cc 29.07 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: Vickers. Operating weight: 710 lbs 322 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4.75 gal
18.0 L
Transmission
Vickers
Operating Weight
710 lbs
322 kg
Overview
![]() | 1973 - 1975
S SeriesGarden tractor
S Series
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Ariens |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Brillion, Wisconsin, USA | |
Ariens S-12 Engine | |
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12HP Kohler 476cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 4.75 gal
18.0 L |
Engine details ... | |
Ariens S-12 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Parking prawl brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 0 OptOptional |
Type | sleeve hitch OptOptional |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Front PTO Type | 3600 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 48 inches
121 cm |
Weight | 710 lbs
322 kg |
Front tire | 16-6.50x8 |
Rear tire | 23x10.50x12 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Garden Tractors published in 1975, by Ariens | |
931000 Series Parts and Repair Manual (PRM 31000) published in 1975 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 476 cc / 29.07 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler K301S |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
Displacement | 476 cc
29.07 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.375x3.25 inches
86 x 83 mm |
Power (gross) | 12 hp
8.9 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Vickers
Transmission | Vickers |
Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil type | SAE 10W-30 |
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Dimensions
Ariens S-12 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16-6.50x8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.50x12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 48 inches
121 cm |
Length | 74.25 inches
188 cm |
Width | 43 inches
109 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 47.75 inches
121 cm |
Shipping weight | 710 lbs
322 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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42" mid-mount mower deck | |
48" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments. |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ariens Lawn Tractors Ariens S-12 931001.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.7 hrs
Approximately 7.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4.8 gal / 18 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 S-12 931001 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ariens Lawn Tractors Ariens S-12 931001.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)12 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.2 PS
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