Ford RMT 526
The Ford RMT 526 is a tractor produced by Ford Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 206 cc 12.57 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 5 hp / 3.7 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 265 lbs 120 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 5 hp / 3.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
0.5 gal
1.9 L
Transmission
5 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
265 lbs
120 kg
Overview
![]() | 1977 - 1980
Riding lawn mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Ford |
Riding lawn mower | |
Ford RMT 526 Engine | |
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5HP Briggs & Stratton 206cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 0.5 gal
1.9 L |
Engine details ... | |
Ford RMT 526 Transmission | |
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5-speed | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 39.75 inches
100 cm |
Weight | 265 lbs
120 kg |
Front tire | 10.25x3.50 |
Rear tire | 13x5.00-6 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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Riding Mowers published in 1978, by Ford |
Engine
Engine Detail — 206 cc / 12.57 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 130902 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 206 cc
12.57 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.56x2.44 inches
65 x 62 mm |
Power | 5 hp
3.7 kW |
Starter type | manual recoil |
Transmission
Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
Ford RMT 526 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 10.25x3.50 |
Lawn/turf rear | 13x5.00-6 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 39.75 inches
100 cm |
Length | 56 inches
142 cm |
Width | 29.75 inches
75 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 36 inches
91 cm |
Shipping weight | 265 lbs
120 kg |
Attachments
26" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Ford |
1-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 26 inches
66 cm |
Overall width | 37.5 inches
95 cm |
Cut height | 0.75 to 3.25 inch
1 to 8 cm |
Cut positions | 5 |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ford Lawn Tractors Ford RMT 526.
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 RMT 526 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ford Lawn Tractors Ford RMT 526.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)3.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)5.1 PS
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