Bolens 20HD Ride-A-Matic
The Bolens 20HD Ride-A-Matic is a tractor produced by Bolens Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 145 cc 8.86 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 3.6 hp / 2.7 kW. Transmission: Versa-matic. Operating weight: 330 lbs 149 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 3.6 hp / 2.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1 gal
3.8 L
Transmission
Versa-matic
Operating Weight
330 lbs
149 kg
Overview
![]() | 1956 - 1957
Ride-A-Matic SeriesGarden tractor
Ride-A-Matic Series
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Bolens |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA | |
Original price was $415 in 1957 | |
Bolens 20HD Engine | |
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3.6HP Kohler 145cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 1 gal
3.8 L |
Engine details ... | |
Bolens 20HD Transmission | |
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6-speed CVT | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Mechanical band brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 40 inches
101 cm |
Weight | 330 lbs
149 kg |
Front tire | 4.00x8 |
Rear tire | 6-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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Ride-a-matic published in 1957, by Bolens |
Engine
Engine Detail — 145 cc / 8.86 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler K90 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 145 cc
8.86 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.375x2.00 inches
60 x 51 mm |
Power | 3.6 hp
2.7 kW |
Starter type | manual recoil |
Transmission
Transmission — Versa-matic
Transmission | Versa-matic |
Type | belt-driven CVT |
Gears | 6 forward and 1 reverse |
Variable-geometry drive pulley with six positions on the control lever. Interchangeable drive sprockets provides high and low ranges. | |
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Dimensions
Bolens 20HD Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 4.00x8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 6-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 40 inches
101 cm |
Length | 60 inches
152 cm |
Width | 30.5 inches
77 cm |
Height | 35.25 inches
89 cm |
Shipping weight | 330 lbs
149 kg |
Ground clearance | 9 inches
22 cm |
Front tread | 24.5 inches
62 cm |
Rear tread | 24.5 inches
62 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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30" front-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. |
30" Mower deck | |
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Type | front-mount Bolens |
2-blade | |
Cutting width | 30 inches
76 cm |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Bolens Lawn Tractors Bolens 20HD Ride-A-Matic.
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 20HD Ride-A-Matic Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Bolens Lawn Tractors Bolens 20HD Ride-A-Matic.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)3.6 hp
Kilowatts (kW)2.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)3.6 PS
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