Ford RMT 51
The Ford RMT 51 is a tractor produced by Ford Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 5 hp / 3.7 kW. Transmission: 3 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 323 lbs 146 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 5 hp / 3.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
0.5 gal
1.9 L
Transmission
3 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
323 lbs
146 kg
Overview
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Ford |
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Ford 51 Engine | |
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5HP Briggs & Stratton 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 0.5 gal
1.9 L |
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Ford 51 Transmission | |
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3-speed gear | |
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Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 44 inches
111 cm |
Weight | 323 lbs
146 kg |
Front tire | 11x4.00x5 |
Rear tire | 15.5x4.80/4.00x8 |
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Riding Mowers published in 1974, by Ford |
Engine
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Engine Detail — Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled |
Power (gross) | 5 hp
3.7 kW |
Air cleaner | oiled foam |
Starter type | manual recoil |
Oil capacity | 0.875 qts
0.8 L |
Transmission
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Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
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Ford 51 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 11x4.00x5 |
Lawn/turf rear | 15.5x4.80/4.00x8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 44 inches
111 cm |
Length | 62 inches
157 cm |
Width | 38 inches
96 cm |
Height | 28 inches*Height to seat
71 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 37.5 inches
95 cm |
Weight | 323 lbs
146 kg |
Attachments
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Attachment overview | |
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26" mid-mount mower deck | |
Blade |
26" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Ford |
1-blade | |
Cutting width | 26 inches
66 cm |
Cut height | 1.5 to 3 inch
3 to 7 cm |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ford Lawn Tractors Ford RMT 51.
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
Ford Lawn Tractors Ford RMT 51 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ford Lawn Tractors Ford RMT 51.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)3.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)5.1 PS
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