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Jacobsen GT-12 53215

The Jacobsen GT-12 53215 is a tractor produced by Jacobsen Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 476 cc 29.07 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: 4 forward and 1 reverse.

Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2 gal 7.6 L
Transmission
4 forward and 1 reverse

Overview

Jacobsen GT-12 53215 tractor photo
1972 - 1976 GT SeriesGarden tractor GT Series Garden tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Jacobsen
Garden tractor
Built in Racine, Wisconsin, USA
Variants
GT-12
gear drive
GT-12H
hydrostatic
Jacobsen GT-12 Engine
12HP Kohler 476cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
2 gal 7.6 L
Engine details ...
Jacobsen GT-12 Transmission
4-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Mechanical band brakes
Open operator station. Vinyl weather cab optional.
Tractor hitch
Type
sleeve hitch OptOptional
Power Take-off (PTO)
Front PTO
independent
Clutch
electric
Front PTO Type
pulley
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
46 inches 116 cm
Front tire
16x6.50-8
Rear tire
23x8.50-12
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging amps
15
Battery volts
12
Battery AH
24
References
GT-12 53215 references literature
The GT Garden Tractor published in 1972, by Jacobsen
GT Tractors published in 1974, by Jacobsen

Engine

Engine Detail — 476 cc / 29.07 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer
Kohler K301AS
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
1-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft
Displacement
476 cc 29.07 ci
Bore/Stroke
3.375x3.25 inches 86 x 83 mm
Power (gross)
12 hp 8.9 kW
Rated RPM
3600
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
2.25 qts 2.1 L

Transmission

Transmission — 4 forward and 1 reverse belt-driven gear

Type
belt-driven gear
Gears
4 forward and 1 reverse
Clutch
idler pulley
GT-12 53215 belt-driven gear speeds

Dimensions

Jacobsen GT-12 Tires
Lawn/turf front
16x6.50-8
Lawn/turf rear
23x8.50-12
Dimensions
Wheelbase
46 inches 116 cm
Length
71.7 inches 182 cm
Width
38 inches 96 cm
Height
42 inches 106 cm
Clearance (front axle)
9.125 inches 23 cm
Clearance (rear axle)
6.625 inches 16 cm

Attachments

Attachment overview
42" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments.
42" Mower deck
Type
mid-mount Jacobsen
3-blade with manual lift
Cutting width
42 inches 106 cm

Photos

Jacobsen GT-12 53215 tractor photo

Jacobsen GT-12 53215 tractor photo

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Jacobsen Lawn Tractors Jacobsen GT-12 53215.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.2 hrs

Approximately 3.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2 gal / 7.6 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

Jacobsen Lawn Tractors Jacobsen GT-12 53215 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Jacobsen Lawn Tractors Jacobsen GT-12 53215.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)12 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.2 PS

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