Bolens 1800H 5018H

The Bolens 1800H 5018H is a tractor produced by Bolens Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 691 cc 42.18 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: Eaton 11. Operating weight: 845 lbs 383 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3.5 gal 13.2 L
Transmission
Eaton 11
Operating Weight
845 lbs 383 kg

Overview

Bolens 1800H 5018H tractor photo
1986 - 1988 5000 SeriesGarden tractor 5000 Series Garden tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Bolens
Garden tractor
Bolens 1800H Engine
18HP Kohler 691cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
3.5 gal 13.2 L
Engine details ...
Bolens 1800H Transmission
hydrostatic
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station. Soft-side weather cab optional.
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
0 OptOptional
Type
sleeve hitch OptOptional
Power Take-off (PTO)
Front PTO
independent
Clutch
electric
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
47 inches 119 cm
Weight
845 lbs 383 kg
Front tire
16-6.50x8
Rear tire
23x10.50-12
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12
Battery AH
45
References
1800H 5018H references literature
High Performance published in 1987, by Bolens
Lawn & Garden published in 1988, by Bolens*
*Publication contains known errors.

Engine

Engine Detail — 691 cc / 42.18 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer
Kohler M18QS
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
2-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft
Displacement
691 cc 42.18 ci
Bore/Stroke
3.125x2.75 inches 79 x 70 mm
Power (gross)
18 hp 13.4 kW
Compression
6.0:1
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
1.5 qts 1.4 L
Sparkplug
Champion RV15YC
Sparkplug gap
0.025 inches 0.635 mm

Transmission

Transmission — Eaton 11

Transmission
Eaton 11
Type
shaft-driven hydrostatic
Gears
infinite forward and reverse
1800H 5018H 11 shaft-driven hydrostatic speeds

Dimensions

Bolens 1800H Tires
Lawn/turf front
16-6.50x8
Lawn/turf rear
23x10.50-12
Dimensions
Wheelbase
47 inches 119 cm
Length
70.5 inches 179 cm
Width
40.5 inches 102 cm
Height
45 inches 114 cm
Shipping weight
845 lbs 383 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
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.

Photos

Bolens 1800H Eliminator garden tractor.

Bolens 1800H Eliminator garden tractor.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Bolens Lawn Tractors Bolens 1800H 5018H based on its 18 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm)Light DutyIdeal for garden plots and light sandy soil.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
4 ft (48 in)1.2 mLight DutyPasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
42 to 48 in105 - 120 cmLight DutyCovers 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 Bolens Lawn Tractors Bolens 1800H 5018H.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.7 hrs

Approximately 3.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3.5 gal / 13.2 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

Bolens Lawn Tractors Bolens 1800H 5018H Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Bolens Lawn Tractors Bolens 1800H 5018H.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS

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