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 rated power output is 12 hp 8.9 kW. Transmission: Peerless MST205. Operating weight: 529 lbs 239 kg.
Engine Power
12 hp
8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1.8 gal
6.8 L
Transmission
Peerless MST205
Operating Weight
529 lbs
239 kg
Husqvarna Lawn Tractors Husqvarna 970-12 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
![]() | 1991 - 1997
Articulated front-mount mower |
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1991 - 1997 | |
Articulated front-mount mower | |
1991 - 1997 | |
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Articulated front-mount mower |
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
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Articulated front-mount mower |
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1991 - 1997 | |
Articulated front-mount mower | |
1991 - 1997 | |
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Articulated front-mount mower |
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
![]() | 1991 - 1997
Articulated front-mount mower |
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1991 - 1997 | |
Articulated front-mount mower | |
1991 - 1997 | |
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Articulated front-mount mower |
Transmission — Peerless MST205
Transmission | Peerless MST205 |
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
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Articulated front-mount mower |
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1991 - 1997 | |
Articulated front-mount mower | |
1991 - 1997 | |
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Articulated front-mount mower |
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
![]() | 1991 - 1997
Articulated front-mount mower |
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1991 - 1997 | |
Articulated front-mount mower | |
1991 - 1997 | |
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Articulated front-mount mower |
38" Mower deck | |
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Type | front-mount Husqvarna |
3-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 38 inches
96 cm |
Photos
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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