Hesston H-160 TW
The Hesston H-160 TW is a tractor produced by Hesston Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 531 cc 32.4 ci engine. The rated power output is 16 hp 11.9 kW. Transmission: Sundstrand. Drive type: 3x2 2WD. Operating weight: 830 lbs 376 kg.
Engine Power
16 hp
11.9 kW
Drive & Traction
3x2 2WD
Fuel & Capacities
4 gal
15.1 L
Transmission
Sundstrand
Operating Weight
830 lbs
376 kg
Hesston Lawn Tractors Hesston H-160 TW 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
![]() | 1972 - 1976
Front Runner SeriesFront-mount mower |
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1972 - 1976 | |
Front Runner Series | |
Front-mount mower | |
1972 - 1976 | |
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Front Runner Series | |
Front-mount mower |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Hesston |
Front-mount mower | |
Built in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA | |
Variants | |
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GMT | grounds maintenance tractor |
TW | three-wheeler |
TT | turf truck |
Hesston H-160 TW Engine | |
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16HP Briggs & Stratton 531cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 4 gal
15.1 L |
Engine details ... | |
Hesston H-160 TW Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Drive | 3x2 2WD |
Mechanical disc brakes | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | mechanical disc |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 48 inches
121 cm |
Weight | 830 lbs
376 kg |
Front tire | 23x10.50-12 |
Rear tire | 20x8.00-10 |
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 | |
Front Runner Three Wheeler published in 1975, by Hesston |
Engine
![]() | 1972 - 1976
Front Runner SeriesFront-mount mower |
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1972 - 1976 | |
Front Runner Series | |
Front-mount mower | |
1972 - 1976 | |
|---|---|
Front Runner Series | |
Front-mount mower |
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
![]() | 1972 - 1976
Front Runner SeriesFront-mount mower |
|---|---|
1972 - 1976 | |
Front Runner Series | |
Front-mount mower | |
1972 - 1976 | |
|---|---|
Front Runner Series | |
Front-mount mower |
Transmission — Sundstrand
Transmission | Sundstrand |
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
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Dimensions
![]() | 1972 - 1976
Front Runner SeriesFront-mount mower |
|---|---|
1972 - 1976 | |
Front Runner Series | |
Front-mount mower | |
1972 - 1976 | |
|---|---|
Front Runner Series | |
Front-mount mower |
Hesston H-160 TW Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 23x10.50-12 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x8.00-10 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 48 inches
121 cm |
Length | 86 inches
218 cm |
Width | 44 inches
111 cm |
Height | 45 inches
114 cm |
Weight | 830 lbs
376 kg |
Front tread | 33.5 inches
85 cm |
Attachments
![]() | 1972 - 1976
Front Runner SeriesFront-mount mower |
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1972 - 1976 | |
Front Runner Series | |
Front-mount mower | |
1972 - 1976 | |
|---|---|
Front Runner Series | |
Front-mount mower |
Attachment overview | |
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48" front-mount mower deck | |
60" front-mount mower deck | |
80" front-mount mower deck | |
Blade |
Photos
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