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Ford LT-12H

The Ford LT-12H 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: infinite forward and reverse. Operating weight: 630 lbs 285 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1.8 gal 6.8 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse
Operating Weight
630 lbs 285 kg

Overview

Ford LT-12H tractor photo
1987 - 1990 Lawn tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Ford
Lawn tractor
Variants
LT-12
gear
LT-12H
hydrostatic
Ford LT-12H Engine
12HP Briggs & Stratton 465cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
1.8 gal 6.8 L
Engine details ...
Ford LT-12H Transmission
hydrostatic
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Caliper engaged disc on transaxle brakes
Open operator station. Vinyl soft cab optional.
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
49 inches 124 cm
Weight
630 lbs 285 kg
Front tire
15x6.00-6
Rear tire
18x8.50-8
Full dimensions and tires ...
References
LT-12H 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 — infinite forward and reverse belt-driven hydrostatic

Type
belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears
infinite forward and reverse
Oil capacity
1.1 qts 1.0 L
LT-12H belt-driven hydrostatic speeds

Dimensions

Ford LT-12H 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
630 lbs*Weight with 38" deck 285 kg
Ground clearance
5.5 inches (transmission) 13 cm
Clearance (front axle)
7 inches 17 cm

Attachments

Attachment overview
38" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Attachments for the Ford LT-12H 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-12H

Ford LT-12H

Ford LT-12H

Ford LT-12H

Ford LT-12H

Ford LT-12H

Ford LT-12H

Ford LT-12H

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

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

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-12H Specification Unit Converter

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

Converted Equivalents:

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

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