Husqvarna 970-12
The Husqvarna 970-12 is a tractor produced by Husqvarna Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 465 cc 28.4 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: Peerless MST205. Operating weight: 529 lbs 239 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1.8 gal
6.8 L
Transmission
Peerless MST205
Operating Weight
529 lbs
239 kg
Overview
 | 1991 - 1997
Articulated front-mount mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Husqvarna |
Articulated front-mount mower | |
Husqvarna 970-12 Engine | |
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12HP Briggs & Stratton 465cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 1.8 gal
6.8 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Husqvarna 970-12 Transmission | |
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5-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent *Integrated with deck lift lever. |
Clutch | manual |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 33.7 inches
85 cm |
Weight | 529 lbs
239 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
Rear tire | 16x6.50-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Your Personal Greenskeepers published in 1991, by Husqvarna |
Engine
Engine Detail — 465 cc / 28.4 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 28N707 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 465 cc
28.4 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.44x3.06 inches
87 x 78 mm |
Power (gross) | 12 hp
8.9 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — Peerless MST205
Transmission | Peerless MST205 |
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
Husqvarna 970-12 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 16x6.50-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 33.7 inches
85 cm |
Length | 84.5 inches
214 cm |
Height | 41.7 inches
105 cm |
Weight | 529 lbs
239 kg |
Front tread | 28.2 to 28.5 inches
71 to 72 cm |
Rear tread | 24 inches
60 cm |
Attachments
38" Mower deck | |
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Type | front-mount Husqvarna |
3-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 38 inches
96 cm |
Photos
Husqvarna 970-12 tractor photo
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Husqvarna Lawn Tractors Husqvarna 970-12.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.9 hrs
Approximately 2.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (1.8 gal / 6.8 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
Husqvarna Lawn Tractors Husqvarna 970-12 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Husqvarna Lawn Tractors Husqvarna 970-12.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)12 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.2 PS
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