Hesston H-160 TT Turf Truck
The Hesston H-160 TT Turf Truck is a tractor produced by Hesston Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 531 cc 32.4 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: Sundstrand. Operating weight: 1250 lbs 567 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 16 hp / 11.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4 gal
15.1 L
Transmission
Sundstrand
Operating Weight
1250 lbs
567 kg
Overview
 | 1972 - 1976
Front Runner SeriesGarden tractor
Front Runner Series
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Hesston |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA | |
Variants | |
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GMT | grounds maintenance tractor |
TW | three-wheeler |
TT | turf truck |
Hesston H-160 TT Engine | |
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16HP Briggs & Stratton 531cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 4 gal
15.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Hesston H-160 TT Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual articulated |
Steering | articulated power OptOptional |
Mechanical drum brakes | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | mechanical disc |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 65 inches
165 cm |
Weight | 1250 lbs
567 kg |
Front tire | 23x10.50-12 |
Rear tire | 23x10.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | generator |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 45 |
References | |
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Operator's Manual Front Runner GMT-TT-TW (FR-1-1075) published in 1975 | |
Operator's Manual Front Runner GMT-TT-TW (F-5523) published in 1971 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 531 cc / 32.4 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 326431 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
Displacement | 531 cc
32.4 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.56x3.25 inches
90 x 83 mm |
Power | 16 hp
11.9 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Sundstrand
Transmission | Sundstrand |
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
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Dimensions
Hesston H-160 TT Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 23x10.50-12 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.50-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 65 inches
165 cm |
Length | 124.75 inches
316 cm |
Width | 58 inches
147 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 46.4 inches
117 cm |
Weight | 1250 lbs
567 kg |
Ground clearance | 4 inches
10 cm |
Front tread | 33.5 inches
85 cm |
Rear tread | 42.5 inches
107 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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60" FM305-mount mower deck | |
80" front-mount mower deck | |
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments. |
Photos
Hesston H-160 TT Turf Truck tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Hesston Lawn Tractors Hesston H-160 TT Turf Truck based on its 16 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Hesston Lawn Tractors Hesston H-160 TT Turf Truck.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.8 hrs
Approximately 4.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4 gal / 15.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.8 gal/hr (3.1 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
Hesston Lawn Tractors Hesston H-160 TT Turf Truck Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Hesston Lawn Tractors Hesston H-160 TT Turf Truck.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)16 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.2 PS
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