Gravely 8121
The Gravely 8121 is a tractor produced by Gravely Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 476 cc 29.07 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 890 lbs 403 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
5.3 gal
20.1 L
Transmission
8 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
890 lbs
403 kg
Overview
![]() | 1978
8000 SeriesGarden tractor
8000 Series
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Gravely |
Garden tractor | |
Variants | |
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8120 | mechanical lift |
8121 | hydraulic lift |
Gravely 8121 Engine | |
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12HP Kohler 476cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
Gravely 8121 Transmission | |
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8-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Mechanical band brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 5.3 gal
20.1 L |
Hydraulic system | 0.375 gal
1.4 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 0.375 gal
1.4 L |
Pressure | 1200 psi
82.7 bar |
Pump flow | 1.7 gpm
6.4 lpm |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | mechanical |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 48 inches
121 cm |
Weight | 890 lbs
403 kg |
Front tire | 16x7.50-8 |
Rear tire | 23x10.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | flywheel alternator |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 42 |
References | |
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Commercial Ground Maintenance Tractors published in 1978, by Gravely |
Engine
Engine Detail — 476 cc / 29.07 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler K301 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
Displacement | 476 cc
29.07 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.258x3.37 inches
83 x 86 mm |
Power (gross) | 12 hp
8.9 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse shaft-driven gear
Type | shaft-driven gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high) with directional control lever (forward/reverse). Reverse speeds are the same in high or low range. | |
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Dimensions
Gravely 8121 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x7.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.50-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 48 inches
121 cm |
Length | 75.5 inches
191 cm |
Width | 36.375 inches
92 cm |
Height | 43 inches
109 cm |
Shipping weight | 890 lbs
403 kg |
Ground clearance | 7 inches
17 cm |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Gravely Lawn Tractors Gravely 8121.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.5 hrs
Approximately 8.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (5.3 gal / 20.1 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
Gravely Lawn Tractors Gravely 8121 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Gravely Lawn Tractors Gravely 8121.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)12 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.2 PS
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