Ford GT-85
The Ford GT-85 is a tractor produced by Ford Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 691 cc 42.18 ci engine. The rated power output is 18 hp 13.4 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse (2-range). Operating weight: 1050 lbs 476 kg.
Engine Power
18 hp
13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4.2 gal
15.9 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)
Operating Weight
1050 lbs
476 kg
Ford Lawn Tractors Ford GT-85 Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
Where to Find the Serial NumberThe serial number plate is commonly located on the front frame, tractor transmission housing (right side), or instrument panel badge.
Overview
 | 1992 - 1997
GT SeriesGarden tractorShibaura built |
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1992 - 1997 | |
GT Series | |
Garden tractor | |
Shibaura built | |
1992 - 1997 | |
|---|---|
GT Series | |
Garden tractor | |
Shibaura built |
Production | |
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Distributor | Ford |
Manufacturer | Shibaura |
Garden tractor | |
Ford GT-85 Engine | |
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18HP Kohler 691cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 4.2 gal
15.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Ford GT-85 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Steering | power OptOptional |
Disc brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 0 OptOptional |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | optional |
Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | manual idler pulley |
Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | manual idler pulley |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 49.8 inches
126 cm |
Weight | 1050 lbs
476 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
Rear tire | 23x10.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Battery CCA | 332 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1991, by Ford | |
Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1995, by Ford | |
Service Manual GT Series (40006540) published in 1994 |
Engine
| 1992 - 1997
GT SeriesGarden tractorShibaura built |
|---|---|
1992 - 1997 | |
GT Series | |
Garden tractor | |
Shibaura built | |
1992 - 1997 | |
|---|---|
GT Series | |
Garden tractor | |
Shibaura built |
Engine Detail — 691 cc / 42.18 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler M18 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
Displacement | 691 cc
42.18 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.12x2.75 inches
79 x 70 mm |
Power (gross) | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 2.9 qts
2.7 L |
Ford GT-85 Engine | |
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Image courtesy of Randy |
Transmission
| 1992 - 1997
GT SeriesGarden tractorShibaura built |
|---|---|
1992 - 1997 | |
GT Series | |
Garden tractor | |
Shibaura built | |
1992 - 1997 | |
|---|---|
GT Series | |
Garden tractor | |
Shibaura built |
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse (2-range) shaft-driven hydrostatic
Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
Oil capacity | 9.1 qts
8.6 L |
10.1 qts*Capacity with power steering.
9.6 L | |
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Dimensions
| 1992 - 1997
GT SeriesGarden tractorShibaura built |
|---|---|
1992 - 1997 | |
GT Series | |
Garden tractor | |
Shibaura built | |
1992 - 1997 | |
|---|---|
GT Series | |
Garden tractor | |
Shibaura built |
Ford GT-85 Tires | |
|---|---|
Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.50-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 49.8 inches
126 cm |
Length | 74.5 inches
189 cm |
Width | 39 inches
99 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 45 inches
114 cm |
Shipping weight | 1050 lbs
476 kg |
Ground clearance | 6.2 inches
15 cm |
Attachments
| 1992 - 1997
GT SeriesGarden tractorShibaura built |
|---|---|
1992 - 1997 | |
GT Series | |
Garden tractor | |
Shibaura built | |
1992 - 1997 | |
|---|---|
GT Series | |
Garden tractor | |
Shibaura built |
Attachment overview | |
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44" mid-mount mower deck | |
48" mid-mount mower deck | |
60" 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. |
Photos
Ford GT-85
Ford GT-85
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