MTD 412
The MTD 412 is a tractor produced by Mtd Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 318 cc 19.44 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 8 hp / 6.0 kW. Transmission: MTD 717-0223.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 8 hp / 6.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
MTD 717-0223
Overview
![]() | 1981 - 1982
Riding lawn mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | MTD |
Riding lawn mower | |
The parts books also show a model 410 although it is not clear what the difference is between the 410 and 412. | |
MTD 412 Engine | |
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8HP Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
MTD 412 Transmission | |
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1-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | manual idler pulley |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Front tire | 11.00x4.50 |
Rear tire | 13x5.00-6 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Owner's Guide 131-410A (770-0885) published in 1981 | |
Owner's Guide 132-412A (770-1765) published in 1982 | |
Lawn & Garden Tractor Accessories published in 1984, by MTD | |
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 | |
Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1981, by MTD |
Engine
Engine Detail — 318 cc / 19.44 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 190000 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 318 cc
19.44 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.00x2.75 inches
76 x 70 mm |
Power (gross) | 8 hp
6.0 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — MTD 717-0223
Transmission | MTD 717-0223 |
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 1 forward and reverse |
Forward-reverse gear transmission. A variable-speed pulley in controlled by a lever with five position settings. | |
Dimensions
MTD 412 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 11.00x4.50 |
Lawn/turf rear | 13x5.00-6 |
Dimensions |
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Attachments
30" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount MTD |
1-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 30 inches
76 cm |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Mtd Lawn Tractors MTD 412.
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 412 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Mtd Lawn Tractors MTD 412.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)8.1 PS
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