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Ford LT-12

The Ford LT-12 is a tractor produced by Ford Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 465 cc 28.4 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 588 lbs 266 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1.8 gal 6.8 L
Transmission
5 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
588 lbs 266 kg

Overview

Ford LT-12 tractor photo
1987 - 1990 Lawn tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Ford
Lawn tractor
Variants
LT-12
gear
LT-12H
hydrostatic
Ford LT-12 Engine
12HP Briggs & Stratton 465cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
1.8 gal 6.8 L
Engine details ...
Ford LT-12 Transmission
5-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering
manual sector and pinion
Caliper engaged disc on transaxle brakes
Open operator station. Vinyl soft cab optional.
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
49 inches 124 cm
Weight
588 lbs 266 kg
Front tire
15x6.00-6
Rear tire
18x8.50-8
Full dimensions and tires ...
References
LT-12 references literature
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

Engine

Engine Detail — 465 cc / 28.4 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer
Briggs & Stratton
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
1-cylinder, air-cooled
Displacement
465 cc 28.4 ci
Bore/Stroke
3.44x3.06 inches 87 x 78 mm
Power (gross)
12 hp 8.9 kW
Air cleaner
dual dry element
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
1.5 qts 1.4 L

Transmission

Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear

Type
gear
Gears
5 forward and 1 reverse
Oil capacity
1.1 qts 1.0 L
LT-12 gear speeds

Dimensions

Ford LT-12 Tires
Lawn/turf front
15x6.00-6
Lawn/turf rear
18x8.50-8
Dimensions
Wheelbase
49 inches 124 cm
Length
68.5 inches 173 cm
Width
47.3 inches 120 cm
Height (steering wheel)
35.7 inches 90 cm
Shipping weight
588 lbs (with 38" deck) 266 kg
Ground clearance
5.7 inches (transmission) 14 cm
Clearance (front axle)
7 inches 17 cm

Attachments

Attachment overview
38" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Ford model LT-12 lawn tractor attachments included a rear grass bagger, lawn sweeper (31 or 38 inch), 36-inch dethatching rake, 42-inch front blade, and dump carts (6 or 10 cubic foot).
38" Mower deck
Type
mid-mount Ford
manual lift
Cutting width
38 inches 96 cm
Cut height
1.6 to 3.6 inch 4 to 9 cm

Photos

Ford LT-12 marketing photo.

Ford LT-12 marketing photo.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ford Lawn Tractors Ford LT-12.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.9 hrs

Approximately 2.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (1.8 gal / 6.8 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.6 gal/hr (2.4 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 LT-12 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ford Lawn Tractors Ford LT-12.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)12 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.2 PS

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