Lawn Rovr 1178
The Lawn Rovr 1178 is a tractor produced by Lawn Rovr Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 11 hp / 8.2 kW. Transmission: Foote. Operating weight: 475 lbs 215 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 11 hp / 8.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
Foote
Operating Weight
475 lbs
215 kg
Overview
![]() | 1979 - 1980
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Lawn Rovr |
Lawn tractor | |
Built in Mishawaka, Indiana, USA | |
Original price was $1,448 in 1979 | |
Lawn Rovr 1178 Engine | |
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11HP Briggs & Stratton 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
Lawn Rovr 1178 Transmission | |
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6-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Disc brakes | |
Open operator station |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | manual |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 42 inches
106 cm |
Weight | 475 lbs
215 kg |
Front tire | 15x6.00-6 |
Rear tire | 18x9.50-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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The Lawn Rov'r Lawn Machine published in 1978 |
Engine
Engine Detail — Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Power (gross) | 11 hp
8.2 kW |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — Foote
Transmission | Foote |
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
Lawn Rovr 1178 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6.00-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 18x9.50-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 42 inches
106 cm |
Length | 60 inches
152 cm |
Shipping weight | 475 lbs
215 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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42" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade |
42" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Lawn Rovr 142 |
manual lift | |
Cutting width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Lawn Rovr Lawn Tractors Lawn Rovr 1178.
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 Rovr Lawn Tractors Lawn Rovr 1178 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Lawn Rovr Lawn Tractors Lawn Rovr 1178.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)11 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)11.2 PS
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