Ford R-8

The Ford R-8 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: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 433 lbs 196 kg.

Overview

	1984 - 1993 Riding lawn mowerGilson built Riding lawn mower Gilson built

Production
Distributor	Ford
Manufacturer	Gilson
Riding lawn mower

Ford R-8 Engine
8HP Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	0.75 gal 2.8 L
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Ford R-8 Transmission
5-speed gear
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	44 inches 111 cm
Weight	433 lbs 196 kg
Front tire	4.10/3.50x4
Rear tire	16x7.50-8
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

References
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
Riding Mowers, Yard, Lawn, and Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1990, by Ford
The Leisure Pleasers published in 1991, by Ford

Engine

Engine Detail — 318 cc / 19.44 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton 191707
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
Air cleaner	dry
Starter	electric OptOptional
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	1.125 qts 1.1 L

Transmission

Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	5 forward and 1 reverse

Dimensions

Ford R-8 Tires
Lawn/turf front	4.10/3.50x4
Lawn/turf rear	16x7.50-8

Dimensions
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	433 lbs 196 kg

Attachments

30" Mower deck
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

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