Bush Hog JB-2
The Bush Hog JB-2 is a tractor produced by Bush Hog Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 494 cc 30.16 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse. Operating weight: 850 lbs 385 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 12 hp / 8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3 gal
11.4 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse
Operating Weight
850 lbs
385 kg
Overview
![]() | 1969 - 1972
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Bush Hog |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Galesburg, Kansas, USA | |
Bush Hog JB-2 Engine | |
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12HP Briggs & Stratton 494cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3 gal
11.4 L |
Engine details ... | |
Bush Hog JB-2 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | manual |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 49 inches
124 cm |
Weight | 850 lbs
385 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
Rear tire | 23x8.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Owner's Manual Jabalina II | |
Javelina published by Bush Hog |
Engine
Engine Detail — 494 cc / 30.16 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 300424 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
Displacement | 494 cc
30.16 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.44x3.25 inches
87 x 83 mm |
Power | 12 hp
8.9 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse shaft-driven hydrostatic
Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Dimensions
Bush Hog JB-2 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x8.50-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 49 inches
124 cm |
Length | 76.5 inches
194 cm |
Width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Height | 45.5 inches
115 cm |
Weight | 850 lbs
385 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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42" mid-mount mower deck | |
50" 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. |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Bush Hog Lawn Tractors Bush Hog JB-2.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.8 hrs
Approximately 4.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3 gal / 11.4 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
Bush Hog Lawn Tractors Bush Hog JB-2 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Bush Hog Lawn Tractors Bush Hog JB-2.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)12 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.2 PS
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