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

Ford RMT 51 tractor photo
1972 - ???? Riding lawn mower
1972 - ????
Riding lawn mower
1972 - ????
Riding lawn mower
Production
Manufacturer
Ford
Riding lawn mower
Ford 51 Engine
5HP Briggs & Stratton 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
0.5 gal 1.9 L
Engine details ...
Ford 51 Transmission
3-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
44 inches 111 cm
Weight
323 lbs 146 kg
Front tire
11x4.00x5
Rear tire
15.5x4.80/4.00x8
Full dimensions and tires ...
References
RMT 51 references literature
Riding Mowers published in 1974, by Ford

Engine

Ford RMT 51 tractor photo
1972 - ???? Riding lawn mower
1972 - ????
Riding lawn mower
1972 - ????
Riding lawn mower

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

Ford RMT 51 tractor photo
1972 - ???? Riding lawn mower
1972 - ????
Riding lawn mower
1972 - ????
Riding lawn mower

Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse gear

Type
gear
Gears
3 forward and 1 reverse
RMT 51  gear speeds

Dimensions

Ford RMT 51 tractor photo
1972 - ???? Riding lawn mower
1972 - ????
Riding lawn mower
1972 - ????
Riding lawn mower
Ford 51 Tires
Lawn/turf front
11x4.00x5
Lawn/turf rear
15.5x4.80/4.00x8
Dimensions
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

Ford RMT 51 tractor photo
1972 - ???? Riding lawn mower
1972 - ????
Riding lawn mower
1972 - ????
Riding lawn mower
Attachment overview
26" mid-mount mower deck
Blade
26" Mower deck
Type
mid-mount Ford
1-blade
Cutting width
26 inches 66 cm
Cut height
1.5 to 3 inch 3 to 7 cm

Photos

Ford RMT 51 tractor photo

Ford RMT 51 tractor photo

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