Lawn Chief 39003
The Lawn Chief 39003 is a tractor produced by Lawn Chief Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 655 cc 40 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: Peerless 2300. Operating weight: 658 lbs 298 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3 gal
11.4 L
Transmission
Peerless 2300
Operating Weight
658 lbs
298 kg
Overview
 | 1982
Garden tractorMurray built
Garden tractor
Murray built |
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Note: the Lawn Chief model 39003 is the same as the Murray 39003. The following data is from the 39003 listing. |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Lawn Chief |
Manufacturer | Murray |
Garden tractor | |
Lawn Chief 39003 Engine | |
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16HP Briggs & Stratton 655cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3 gal
11.4 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Lawn Chief 39003 Transmission | |
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4-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Type | sleeve hitch OptOptional |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | manual |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 658 lbs
298 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.50 |
Rear tire | 23x8.50 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Tractors and Rear Engine Riders published in 1982, by Lawn Chief |
Engine
Note: the Lawn Chief model 39003 is the same as the Murray 39003. The following data is from the 39003 listing. |
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Engine Detail — 655 cc / 40 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft opposed twin |
Displacement | 655 cc
40 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.44x2.16 inches
87 x 55 mm |
Power (gross) | 16 hp
11.9 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Note: the Lawn Chief model 39003 is the same as the Murray 39003. The following data is from the 39003 listing. |
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Transmission — Peerless 2300
Transmission | Peerless 2300 |
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
Note: the Lawn Chief model 39003 is the same as the Murray 39003. The following data is from the 39003 listing. |
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Lawn Chief 39003 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x8.50 |
Dimensions | |
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Shipping weight | 658 lbs
298 kg |
Attachments
Note: the Lawn Chief model 39003 is the same as the Murray 39003. The following data is from the 39003 listing. |
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Attachment overview | |
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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 | |
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Type | mid-mount Murray |
3-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Photos
Lawn Chief 39003 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Lawn Chief Lawn Tractors Lawn Chief 39003 based on its 16 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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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 Lawn Chief Lawn Tractors Lawn Chief 39003.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.6 hrs
Approximately 3.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3 gal / 11.4 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.8 gal/hr (3.1 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
Lawn Chief Lawn Tractors Lawn Chief 39003 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Lawn Chief Lawn Tractors Lawn Chief 39003.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)16 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.2 PS
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