Ford R-12
The Ford R-12 is a tractor produced by Ford Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 458 cc 28 ci engine. The rated power output is 12 hp 8.9 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 450 lbs 204 kg.
Engine Power
12 hp
8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
0.75 gal
2.8 L
Transmission
5 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
450 lbs
204 kg
Ford Lawn Tractors Ford R-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
 | 1988 - 1993
Riding lawn mower |
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1988 - 1993 | |
Riding lawn mower | |
1988 - 1993 | |
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Riding lawn mower |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Ford |
Riding lawn mower | |
Ford R-12 Engine | |
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12HP Briggs & Stratton 458cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 0.75 gal
2.8 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Ford R-12 Transmission | |
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5-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 44 inches
111 cm |
Weight | 450 lbs
204 kg |
Front tire | 4.10/3.50x4 |
Rear tire | 16x7.50-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
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 | |
The Leisure Pleasers published in 1991, by Ford |
Engine
| 1988 - 1993
Riding lawn mower |
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1988 - 1993 | |
Riding lawn mower | |
1988 - 1993 | |
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Riding lawn mower |
Engine Detail — 458 cc / 28 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 458 cc
28 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.44x3.06 inches
87 x 78 mm |
Power (gross) | 12 hp
8.9 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 0.75 qts
0.7 L |
Transmission
| 1988 - 1993
Riding lawn mower |
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1988 - 1993 | |
Riding lawn mower | |
1988 - 1993 | |
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Riding lawn mower |
Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
| 1988 - 1993
Riding lawn mower |
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1988 - 1993 | |
Riding lawn mower | |
1988 - 1993 | |
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Riding lawn mower |
Ford R-12 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 4.10/3.50x4 |
Lawn/turf rear | 16x7.50-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 44 inches
111 cm |
Length | 62.5 inches
158 cm |
Width | 44 inches
111 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 37.5 inches
95 cm |
Shipping weight | 450 lbs
204 kg |
Attachments
| 1988 - 1993
Riding lawn mower |
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1988 - 1993 | |
Riding lawn mower | |
1988 - 1993 | |
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Riding lawn mower |
30" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Ford |
1-blade | |
Cutting width | 30 inches
76 cm |
Cut height | 1.5 to 3.5 inch
3 to 8 cm |
Photos
Ford R-12
Ford R-12
Ford R-12
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