Ingersoll 4218
The Ingersoll 4218 is a tractor produced by Ingersoll Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 627 cc 38.3 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: Hy-drive. Operating weight: 975 lbs 442 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
Hy-drive
Operating Weight
975 lbs
442 kg
Overview
 | Garden tractor | Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Ingersoll |
Garden tractor | |
Ingersoll 4218 Engine | |
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18HP Briggs & Stratton 627cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual gear and sector |
Open operator station. | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 0 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 975 lbs
442 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.5-8 |
Rear tire | 32x8-16 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 627 cc / 38.3 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder |
Displacement | 627 cc
38.3 ci |
Power | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — Hy-drive
Transmission | Hy-drive |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
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Dimensions
Ingersoll 4218 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.5-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 32x8-16 |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 72 inches
182 cm |
Width | 41 inches
104 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 43.5 inches
110 cm |
Shipping weight | 975 lbs
442 kg |
Ground clearance | 11 inches
27 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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44" mid-mount mower deck | |
48" mid-mount mower deck | |
60" mid-mount mower deck | |
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments. |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Ingersoll Lawn Tractors Ingersoll 4218 based on its 18 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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 Ingersoll Lawn Tractors Ingersoll 4218.
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
Ingersoll Lawn Tractors Ingersoll 4218 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ingersoll Lawn Tractors Ingersoll 4218.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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Engine Power:Gasoline (listed): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
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