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 rated power output is 12 hp 8.9 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 588 lbs 266 kg.
Engine Power
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
Ford Lawn Tractors Ford LT-12 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
 | 1987 - 1990
Lawn tractor |
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1987 - 1990 | |
Lawn tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Ford |
Lawn tractor | |
Variants | |
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LT-12 | gear |
LT-12H | hydrostatic |
Ford LT-12 Engine | |
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12HP Briggs & Stratton 465cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 1.8 gal
6.8 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Ford LT-12 Transmission | |
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5-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual sector and pinion |
Caliper engaged disc on transaxle brakes | |
Open operator station. Vinyl soft cab optional. | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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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 | |
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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 |
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Dimensions
Ford LT-12 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6.00-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 18x8.50-8 |
Dimensions | |
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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 | |
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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 | |
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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.
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