Ford YT-16
The Ford YT-16 is a tractor produced by Ford Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 655 cc 40 ci engine. The rated power output is 16 hp 11.9 kW. Transmission: Peerless 801-020. Operating weight: 436 to 738 pounds.
Engine Power
16 hp
11.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1 gal (1984)
3.8 L
Transmission
Peerless 801-020
Operating Weight
436 to 738 pounds
Ford Lawn Tractors Ford YT-16 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
 | 1984 - 1993
Model year 1984-19891990-1993
YT SeriesLawn tractorGilson built |
|---|---|
1984 - 1993 | |
Model year 1984-19891990-1993 | |
YT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built | |
1984 - 1993 | |
|---|---|
Model year 1984-19891990-1993 | |
YT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built |
Production | |
|---|---|
Distributor | Ford |
Manufacturer | Gilson |
Lawn tractor | |
Original price was $2,500 in 1985 | |
Variants | |
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YT-16 | 5-speed |
YT-16H | hydrostatic |
Ford YT-16 Engine | |
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16HP Briggs & Stratton 655cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 1 gal (1984)
3.8 L |
2.31 gal (early)
8.7 L | |
4 gal (late)
15.1 L | |
Engine details ...  | |
Ford YT-16 Transmission | |
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5-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Manual caliper brakes | |
Open operator station. Vinyl cab optional. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
|---|---|
Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 49 inches
124 cm |
Weight | 436 to 738 pounds |
Front tire | 15x6-6 |
Rear tire | 22x7.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 16 |
Battery CCA | 220 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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 | |
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 |
Engine
| 1984 - 1993
Model year 1984-19891990-1993
YT SeriesLawn tractorGilson built |
|---|---|
1984 - 1993 | |
Model year 1984-19891990-1993 | |
YT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built | |
1984 - 1993 | |
|---|---|
Model year 1984-19891990-1993 | |
YT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built |
Engine Detail — 655 cc / 40 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 402707 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 655 cc
40 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.44x2.16 inches
87 x 55 mm |
Power (gross) | 16 hp
11.9 kW |
Air cleaner | dual element with precleaner |
Rated RPM | 3600 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 1.5 qts
1.4 L |
Transmission
| 1984 - 1993
Model year 1984-19891990-1993
YT SeriesLawn tractorGilson built |
|---|---|
1984 - 1993 | |
Model year 1984-19891990-1993 | |
YT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built | |
1984 - 1993 | |
|---|---|
Model year 1984-19891990-1993 | |
YT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built |
Transmission — Peerless 801-020
Transmission | Peerless 801-020 |
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
Oil capacity | 1.15 qts
1.1 L |
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Dimensions
| 1984 - 1993
Model year 1984-19891990-1993
YT SeriesLawn tractorGilson built |
|---|---|
1984 - 1993 | |
Model year 1984-19891990-1993 | |
YT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built | |
1984 - 1993 | |
|---|---|
Model year 1984-19891990-1993 | |
YT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built |
Ford YT-16 Tires | |
|---|---|
Lawn/turf front | 15x6-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 22x7.50-12 |
22.5x9.00-12 | |
Dimensions | |
|---|---|
Wheelbase | 49 inches
124 cm |
Length | 73 inches
185 cm |
Width | 36 inches
91 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 39 inches
99 cm |
Shipping weight | 436 lbs
197 kg |
738 lbs*Weight with 42-inch mower deck.
334 kg | |
Ground clearance | 8.5 inches*Ground clearance at transmission.
21 cm |
Clearance (front axle) | 10 inches
25 cm |
Attachments
| 1984 - 1993
Model year 1984-19891990-1993
YT SeriesLawn tractorGilson built |
|---|---|
1984 - 1993 | |
Model year 1984-19891990-1993 | |
YT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built | |
1984 - 1993 | |
|---|---|
Model year 1984-19891990-1993 | |
YT Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson built |
Attachment overview | |
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42" mid-mount mower deck | |
48" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Attachments for the YT-16 included a 26-inch rear-mounted tiller with 12-inch time and a 5-inch tilling depth. Two trailer-type lawn sweepers (31 and 38 inch) were available, as were and two dump carts. One was 6-cubic-feet with a 500-pound capacity, the other was 10-cubic-feet with an 800-pound capacity. |
Photos
Ford YT-16, right side.
Ford YT-16, rear view with hood open.
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