Bolens FS 944

The Bolens FS 944 is a tractor produced by Bolens Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 399 cc 24.4 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 443 lbs 200 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 12 hp / 8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1.8 gal 6.8 L
Transmission
5 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
443 lbs 200 kg

Overview

Bolens FS 944 tractor photo
1988 - 1993 Frame Steer SeriesArticulated front-mount mowerStiga built Frame Steer Series Articulated front-mount mower Stiga built
Production
Distributor
Bolens
Manufacturer
Stiga
Articulated front-mount mower
Bolens 944 Engine
12HP Briggs & Stratton 399cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
1.8 gal 6.8 L
Engine details ...
Bolens 944 Transmission
5-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual articulated steering
Disc brakes
Open operator station.
Dimensions & Tires
Weight
443 lbs 200 kg
Front tire
16x6.50-8
Rear tire
16x6.50-8
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging amps
5
Battery CCA
160
Battery volts
12
References
FS 944 references literature
Lawn & Garden published in 1988, by Bolens*
Lawn and Garden Power Products published in 1989, by Bolens
*Publication contains known errors.

Engine

Engine Detail — 399 cc / 24.4 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer
Briggs & Stratton 253707
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
1-cylinder, air-cooled
Displacement
399 cc 24.4 ci
Bore/Stroke
3.4375x2.625 inches 87 x 67 mm
Power
12 hp 8.9 kW
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
1.5 qts 1.4 L
Bolens 944 Engine
Bolens 944 engine image
Image courtesy of Mike

Transmission

Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear

Type
gear
Gears
5 forward and 1 reverse
FS 944  gear speeds

Dimensions

Bolens 944 Tires
Lawn/turf front
16x6.50-8
Lawn/turf rear
16x6.50-8
Dimensions
Length
87 inches 220 cm
Width
54 inches 137 cm
Height
43 inches 109 cm
Weight
443 lbs 200 kg

Attachments

42" Mower deck
Type
front-mount Bolens
Cutting width
42 inches 106 cm

Photos

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Bolens FS 944 with engine cover removed.

Bolens FS 944 with engine cover removed.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Bolens Lawn Tractors Bolens FS 944.

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 / 6.8 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

Bolens Lawn Tractors Bolens FS 944 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Bolens Lawn Tractors Bolens FS 944.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)12 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.2 PS