MTD 400
The MTD 400 is a tractor produced by Mtd Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 206 cc 12.57 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 5 hp / 3.7 kW. Transmission: MTD 717-0223.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 5 hp / 3.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
MTD 717-0223
Overview
![]() | 1974 - 1982
Riding lawn mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | MTD |
Riding lawn mower | |
Variants | |
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400 | single speed |
402 | variable speed |
R-50 | similar White model |
MTD 400 Engine | |
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5HP Briggs & Stratton 206cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
MTD 400 Transmission | |
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1-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Full dimensions and tires ... |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Lawn & Garden Tractor Accessories published in 1980, by MTD | |
Lawn & Garden Tractor Accessories published in 1984, by MTD | |
Lawn and Garden Power Equipment published in 1977, by Agway | |
Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1981, by MTD | |
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Owner's Guide 130-400A (770-0103) published in 1980 | |
Owner's Guide 130-402A (770-0219) published in 1980 | |
MTD Parts Microfiche (770-9101) published in 1974 | |
MTD Parts Microfiche (770-0273) published in 1980 | |
MTD Parts Microfiche (770-1155) published in 1981 | |
MTD Parts Microfiche (770-2200) published in 1982 | |
Parts and Service Information Manual (770-1737) published in 1982 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 206 cc / 12.57 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 130000 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 206 cc
12.57 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.5625x2.4375 inches
65 x 62 mm |
Power (gross) | 5 hp
3.7 kW |
Starter | manual recoil |
electric OptOptional | |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — MTD 717-0223
Transmission | MTD 717-0223 |
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 1 forward and reverse |
Model 402 has a variable-speed drive pulley set with a control knob. | |
Dimensions
MTD 400 Tires |
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Dimensions |
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Attachments
26" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount MTD |
1-blade | |
Cutting width | 26 inches
66 cm |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Mtd Lawn Tractors MTD 400.
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
Mtd Lawn Tractors MTD 400 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Mtd Lawn Tractors MTD 400.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)3.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)5.1 PS
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