Bolens 8436 Ridemaster
The Bolens 8436 Ridemaster is a tractor produced by Bolens Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 5.5 hp / 4.1 kW. Transmission: Versa-Matic.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 5.5 hp / 4.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
Versa-Matic
Overview
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Bolens |
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Bolens 8436 Engine | |
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5.5HP Lauson 1-cyl gasoline | |
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6-speed | |
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Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Front tire | 2.75x10 |
Rear tire | 3.00x12 |
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Engine
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Engine Detail — Gasoline
Manufacturer | Lauson V55B |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Power | 5.5 hp
4.1 kW |
Starter type | manual |
electric OptOptional |
Transmission
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Transmission — Versa-Matic
Transmission | Versa-Matic |
Gears | 6 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
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Lawn/turf front | 2.75x10 |
Lawn/turf rear | 3.00x12 |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 54 inches
137 cm |
Width | 37 inches
93 cm |
Height | 36 inches
91 cm |
Attachments
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36" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Bolens |
1-blade | |
Cutting width | 36 inches
91 cm |
Cut height | 1.5 to 3.5 inch
3 to 8 cm |
Cut positions | 12 |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Bolens Lawn Tractors Bolens 8436 Ridemaster.
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 8436 Ridemaster Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Bolens Lawn Tractors Bolens 8436 Ridemaster.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)5.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)4.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)5.6 PS
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