Ford RMT 830
The Ford RMT 830 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: 3 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 369 to 403 pounds.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 8 hp / 6.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
0.75 gal
2.8 L
Transmission
3 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
369 to 403 pounds
Overview
![]() | 1977 - 1983
Riding lawn mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Ford |
Riding lawn mower | |
Variants | |
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RMT 830 | recoil start |
RMT 830E | electric start |
Ford RMT 830 Engine | |
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8HP Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 0.75 gal
2.8 L |
Engine details ... | |
Ford RMT 830 Transmission | |
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3-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 | 369 to 403 pounds |
Front tire | 4.10x3.50-4 |
Rear tire | 16x6.50-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Riding Mowers published in 1978, by Ford | |
Consumer Products Salesman's Reference published in 1980, by Ford |
Engine
Engine Detail — 318 cc / 19.44 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 190702 |
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 |
Rated RPM | 3200 |
Starter | manual recoil |
electric OptOptional | |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 1.4 qts
1.3 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse belt-driven gear
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
Ford RMT 830 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 4.10x3.50-4 |
Lawn/turf rear | 16x6.50-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 44 inches
111 cm |
Length | 61.25 inches
155 cm |
Width | 37 inches
93 cm |
Height | 37.75 inches
95 cm |
830 Weight | 369 lbs
167 kg |
830E Weight | 403 lbs
182 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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30" mid-mount mower deck | |
Blade |
30" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Ford |
1-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 30 inches
76 cm |
Overall width | 43.5 inches
110 cm |
Cut height | 1.5 to 3.5 inch
3 to 8 cm |
Cut positions | 5 |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ford Lawn Tractors Ford RMT 830.
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 830 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ford Lawn Tractors Ford RMT 830.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)8.1 PS
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