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 listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 450 lbs 204 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 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
Overview
 | 1988 - 1993
Riding lawn mower |
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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
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
Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
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
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
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ford Lawn Tractors Ford R-12.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.3 hrs
Approximately 1.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (0.8 gal / 2.8 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 R-12 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ford Lawn Tractors Ford R-12.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)12 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.2 PS
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