Ford LT-81

The Ford LT-81 is a tractor produced by Ford Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 318 cc 19.44 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 8 hp / 6.0 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 335 lbs 151 kg.

Overview

	1982 - 1983 Lawn tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Ford
Lawn tractor

Ford LT-81 Engine
8HP Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cyl gasoline
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Ford LT-81 Transmission
6-speed gear
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.

Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO	independent

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	46.25 inches 117 cm
Weight	335 lbs 151 kg
Front tire	15x6.00-6
Rear tire	18x8.50-8
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

References
Lawn Tractors published in 1983, by Ford

Engine

Engine Detail — 318 cc / 19.44 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton 195707
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement	318 cc 19.44 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.00x2.75 inches 76 x 70 mm
Power (gross)	8 hp 6.0 kW
Starter volts	12

Ford LT-81 Engine
Image courtesy of Alex Morey

Transmission

Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse belt-driven gear

Type	belt-driven gear
Gears	6 forward and 2 reverse
Three-speed gearbox with high/low ranges and combined left-side clutch/brake pedal.

Dimensions

Ford LT-81 Tires
Lawn/turf front	15x6.00-6
Lawn/turf rear	18x8.50-8

Dimensions
Wheelbase	46.25 inches 117 cm
Length	64.75 inches 164 cm
Width	33.75 inches 85 cm
Height (steering wheel)	36.25 inches 92 cm
Height (hood)	30.375 inches 77 cm
Weight	335 lbs 151 kg
Clearance (front axle)	7.125 inches 18 cm
Clearance (rear axle)	5.75 inches 14 cm

Attachments

Attachment overview
34" mid-mount mower deck
Blade

34" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount Ford
	2-blade with manual lift
Cutting width	34 inches 86 cm

Photos

Ford LT-81

Ford LT-81