Craftsman T140
The Craftsman T140 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 540 cc 33 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 18.5 hp / 13.8 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 18.5 hp / 13.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse
Overview
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Distributor | Craftsman (a part of Stanley) |
Manufacturer | MTD |
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Craftsman T140 Engine | |
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18.5HP Briggs & Stratton 540cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
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Craftsman T140 Transmission | |
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CVT | |
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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 |
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Front tire | 20x8-8 |
Rear tire | 15x6-6 |
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Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
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Engine Detail — 540 cc / 33 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 540 cc
33 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.70x3.06 inches
94 x 78 mm |
Power (gross) | 18.5 hp
13.8 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
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Transmission — infinite forward and reverse belt-driven CVT
Type | belt-driven CVT |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Dimensions
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Lawn/turf front | 20x8-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 15x6-6 |
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Attachments
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46" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Craftsman |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 46 inches
116 cm |
Photos
Craftsman T140 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman T140 based on its 18.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers 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 Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman T140.
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
Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman T140 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman T140.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)18.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.8 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare Craftsman T140 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
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Engine Power:Gasoline (gross): 18.5 hp / 13.8 kW
★ Baseline Reference
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Engine Power:16.7
Production Years:1908 - 1911
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