Ariens YT1232G
The Ariens YT1232G 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: 6 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 550 lbs 249 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1.75 gal
6.6 L
Transmission
6 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
550 lbs
249 kg
Overview
![]() | 1988 - 1991
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Ariens |
Lawn tractor | |
Built in Brillion, Wisconsin, USA | |
Variants |
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Ariens YT1232G Engine | |
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12HP Briggs & Stratton 465cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 1.75 gal
6.6 L |
Engine details ... | |
Ariens YT1232G Transmission | |
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6-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Disc brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | mechanical pulley |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 46 inches
116 cm |
Weight | 550 lbs
249 kg |
Front tire | 13x5.00-6 |
Rear tire | 18x8.50-8 |
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 — 465 cc / 28.4 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 281707 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 465 cc
28.4 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.4375x3.0625 inches
87 x 78 mm |
Power (gross) | 12 hp
8.9 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug | Champion RCJ8 |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Transmission
Transmission — 6 forward and 1 reverse belt-driven gear
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
Ariens YT1232G Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 13x5.00-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 18x8.50-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 46 inches
116 cm |
Length | 61 inches
154 cm |
Width | 34 inches
86 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 36 inches
91 cm |
Weight | 550 lbs
249 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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32" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade |
32" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Ariens |
1-blade | |
Cutting width | 32 inches
81 cm |
Cut height | 1 to 4 inch
2 to 10 cm |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ariens Lawn Tractors Ariens YT1232G.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.9 hrs
Approximately 2.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (1.8 gal / 6.6 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 YT1232G Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ariens Lawn Tractors Ariens YT1232G.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)12 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.2 PS
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