MTD 480
The MTD 480 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 (listed): 8 hp / 6.0 kW. Transmission: Foote.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 8 hp / 6.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
Foote
Overview
 | 1970 - 1976
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | MTD |
Lawn tractor | |
Variants | |
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480 | manual start |
485 | electric start |
MTD 480 Engine | |
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8HP Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ...  |
MTD 480 Transmission | |
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1-speed CVT | |
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 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Front tire | 12.50x4.50-6 |
Rear tire | 16.00x6.50-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
References | |
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Riding Mower and Tractor Attachments published in 1971, by MTD | |
Riding Mower and Tractor Attachments published in 1972, by MTD | |
MTD Parts Microfiche (770-9101) published in 1974 | |
Parts and Service Information Manual (770-1737) published in 1982 | |
The Leading Line '70 published in 1970, 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 | 8 hp
6.0 kW |
Starter type | manual recoil |
Transmission
Transmission — Foote
Transmission | Foote |
Type | belt-driven CVT |
Gears | 1 forward and reverse |
Variable-speed sheave pulley in front of a reversing gearbox. | |
Dimensions
MTD 480 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 12.50x4.50-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 16.00x6.50-8 |
Dimensions |
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Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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34" mid-mount mower deck | |
38" mid-mount mower deck | |
In 1970, the MTD 130-480 was advertised with a 38-inch deck. In 1971 and later it was advertised as a 34-inch deck. |
Photos
Coast-to-Coast branded MTD model 480 lawn tractor.
Coast-to-Coast branded MTD model 480 lawn tractor.
Coast-to-Coast branded MTD model 480 lawn tractor.
MTD Lawn Flite 480 lawn tractor.
MTD Lawn Flite 480 lawn tractor.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Mtd Lawn Tractors MTD 480.
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 480 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Mtd Lawn Tractors MTD 480.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)8.1 PS
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