Ford LGT-18H
The Ford LGT-18H is a tractor produced by Ford Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 691 cc 42.18 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse (2-range). Operating weight: 958 lbs 434 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4 gal
15.1 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)
Operating Weight
958 lbs
434 kg
Overview
 | 1985 - 1991
Garden tractorToro built
Garden tractor
Toro built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Ford |
Manufacturer | Toro |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Plymouth, Wisconsin, USA | |
Variants | |
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53084 | similar Lawn-Boy model |
Ford LGT-18H Engine | |
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18HP Kohler 691cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 4 gal
15.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Ford LGT-18H Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Disc brakes | |
Open operator station. Vinyl soft cab optional. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 0 OptOptional |
Type | sleeve hitch OptOptional |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | optional |
Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 49 inches
124 cm |
Weight | 958 lbs
434 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
Rear tire | 23x10.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery CCA | 220 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Lawn, Yard and Garden Equipment published in 1986, by Ford | |
Lawn, Yard and Garden Equipment published in 1987, by Ford | |
Lawn, Yard and Garden Tractors - Riding Mowers published in 1988, by Ford | |
Riding Mowers, Yard, Lawn, and Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1990, by Ford | |
The Leisure Pleasers published in 1991, by Ford |
Engine
Engine Detail — 691 cc / 42.18 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler M18QS |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft opposed-twin |
Displacement | 691 cc
42.18 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.125x2.75 inches
79 x 70 mm |
Power (gross) | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Air cleaner | dual element with pre-cleaner |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 1.5 qts
1.4 L |
Transmission
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse (2-range) shaft-driven hydrostatic
Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
Oil capacity | 6 qts
5.7 L |
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Dimensions
Ford LGT-18H Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.50-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 49 inches
124 cm |
Length | 73.2 inches
185 cm |
Width | 36.5 inches
92 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 39.5 inches
100 cm |
Shipping weight | 958 lbs (with 48" deck)
434 kg |
Ground clearance | 7 inches (transmission)
17 cm |
Clearance (front axle) | 10.6 inches
26 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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42" mid-mount mower deck | |
48" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Ford listed a 40-inch tiller, 72-inch landscape rake, and 48-inch blades (front or rear) as optional attachments for the LGT-18H. The optional Category 0 three-point or sleeve hitch also allowed the tractor to use a variety of standard garden tractor attachments. |
Photos
Ford LGT-18H with mower.
Ford LGT-18H garden tractor with tiller.
Ford LGT-18H
Ford LGT-18H
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Ford Lawn Tractors Ford LGT-18H based on its 18 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 Ford Lawn Tractors Ford LGT-18H.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.3 hrs
Approximately 4.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4 gal / 15.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.5 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
Ford Lawn Tractors Ford LGT-18H Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ford Lawn Tractors Ford LGT-18H.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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