Homelite RE-8
The Homelite RE-8 is a tractor produced by Homelite Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 8 hp / 6.0 kW. Transmission: 2 forward.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 8 hp / 6.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
2 forward
Overview
 | 1973 - 1976
Riding lawn mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Homelite (a part of Textron) |
Riding lawn mower | |
Original price was $655 in 1973 | |
Homelite RE-8 Engine | |
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8HP Briggs & Stratton 1-cyl gasoline | |
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Homelite RE-8 Transmission | |
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2-speed | |
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Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Full dimensions and tires ...  |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled |
Power (gross) | 8 hp
6.0 kW |
Starter | manual recoil |
electric OptOptional | |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 2 forward
Gears | 2 forward |
Dimensions
Homelite RE-8 Tires |
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Dimensions |
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Attachments
30" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Homelite |
manual lift | |
Cutting width | 30 inches
76 cm |
Photos
Homelite RE-8 tractor photo
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Homelite Lawn Tractors Homelite RE-8.
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
Homelite Lawn Tractors Homelite RE-8 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Homelite Lawn Tractors Homelite RE-8.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)8.1 PS
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