LS LT280D
The LS LT280D is a tractor produced by Ls. It is equipped with a 91.54 ci 1.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 28 hp / 20.9 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 3,417 lbs 1549 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 28 hp / 20.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
10 gal
37.9 L
Transmission
12 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
3,417 lbs
1549 kg
Overview
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | LS |
Built in Korea | |
LS LT280D Engine | |
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Mitsubishi 1.5L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 10 gal
37.9 L |
Engine details ... | |
LS LT280D Transmission | |
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12-speed | |
Transmission details ... |
LS LT280D Power | |
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Engine | 28 hp
20.9 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 26.4 hp
19.7 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Wet disc brakes | |
Hydraulics | |
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Valves | 2 |
Total flow | 7.8 gpm
29.5 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Rear lift | 2,976 lbs
1349 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | transmission |
independent optional | |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 63 inches
160 cm |
Weight | 3,417 lbs
1549 kg |
Front tire | 8-16 |
Rear tire | 12.4-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Charging amps | 50 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 91.54 ci / 1.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Mitsubishi S4L |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 91.54 ci
1.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.071x3.091 inches
78 x 79 mm |
Power | 28 hp
20.9 kW |
Air cleaner | Dry dual element |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and reverse
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
Dimensions
LS LT280D Tires | |
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Ag front | 8-16 |
Ag rear | 12.4-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 63 inches
160 cm |
Length | 130.2 inches
330 cm |
Width | 52 inches
132 cm |
Height | 87.5 inches
222 cm |
Weight | 3,417 lbs
1549 kg |
Ground clearance | 13.2 inches
33 cm |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Ls LT280D based on its 28 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 | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
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 Ls LT280D.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.9 hrs
Approximately 6.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (10 gal / 37.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.5 gal/hr (5.5 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
Ls LT280D Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ls LT280D.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)28 hp
Kilowatts (kW)20.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)28.4 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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Engine Power:Diesel (listed): 28 hp / 20.9 kW
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