Ford LT-8
The Ford LT-8 is a tractor produced by Ford Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 318 cc 19.44 ci engine. The rated power output is 8 hp 6.0 kW. Transmission: 3 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 480 lbs 217 kg.
Engine Power
8 hp
6.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1 gal
3.8 L
Transmission
3 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
480 lbs
217 kg
Ford Lawn Tractors Ford LT-8 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
 | 1984 - 1987
LT SeriesLawn tractorGilson built |
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1984 - 1987 | |
LT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built | |
1984 - 1987 | |
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LT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built |
Production | |
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Distributor | Ford |
Manufacturer | Gilson |
Lawn tractor | |
Ford LT-8 Engine | |
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8HP Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 1 gal
3.8 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Ford LT-8 Transmission | |
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3-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual pinion and sector |
Caliper disc on transaxle brakes | |
Open operator station. Optional vinyl soft cab. | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 49 inches
124 cm |
Weight | 480 lbs
217 kg |
Front tire | 15x6.00-6 |
Rear tire | 18x8.50-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery CCA | 120 |
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 |
Engine
| 1984 - 1987
LT SeriesLawn tractorGilson built |
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1984 - 1987 | |
LT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built | |
1984 - 1987 | |
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LT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built |
Engine Detail — 318 cc / 19.44 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 190000 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 318 cc
19.44 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.00x2.75 inches
76 x 70 mm |
Power | 8 hp
6.0 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 1.125 qts
1.1 L |
Transmission
| 1984 - 1987
LT SeriesLawn tractorGilson built |
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1984 - 1987 | |
LT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built | |
1984 - 1987 | |
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LT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built |
Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
Oil capacity | 1.1 qts
1.0 L |
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Dimensions
| 1984 - 1987
LT SeriesLawn tractorGilson built |
|---|---|
1984 - 1987 | |
LT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built | |
1984 - 1987 | |
|---|---|
LT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built |
Ford LT-8 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 | 480 lbs*Weight with 38 inch mower deck.
217 kg |
Ground clearance | 5.7 inches (transmission)
14 cm |
Clearance (front axle) | 7 inches
17 cm |
Attachments
| 1984 - 1987
LT SeriesLawn tractorGilson built |
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1984 - 1987 | |
LT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built | |
1984 - 1987 | |
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LT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built |
Attachment overview | |
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Attachments for the Ford LT-8 included a 38-inch sweeper, 36-inch dethatching rake, and dump carts in 6 or 10 cubic foot sizes. A rear bagger was optional for the 38-inch mowing deck. |
38" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Ford |
manual lift | |
Cutting width | 38 inches
96 cm |
Cut height | 1.5 to 3.5 inch
3 to 8 cm |
Photos
Ford LT8 lawn tractor.
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