MTD 495
The MTD 495 is a tractor produced by Mtd Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 8 hp / 6.0 kW. Transmission: Peerless 654.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 8 hp / 6.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
Peerless 654
Overview
![]() | 1971 - 1979
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | MTD |
Lawn tractor | |
Original price | $600 (1971 ) |
$635 (1972 ) | |
$695 (1975 ) | |
MTD 495 Engine | |
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8HP Briggs & Stratton 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
MTD 495 Transmission | |
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3-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Front tire | 15x6.00 |
Rear tire | 18x8.50 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
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 | |
Lawn & Garden Tractor Accessories published in 1984, by MTD | |
Parts and Service Information Manual (770-1737) published in 1982 |
Engine
Engine Detail — Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled |
Power (gross) | 8 hp
6.0 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — Peerless 654
Transmission | Peerless 654 |
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
MTD 495 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6.00 |
Lawn/turf rear | 18x8.50 |
Dimensions |
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Attachments
38" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount MTD |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 38 inches
96 cm |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Mtd Lawn Tractors MTD 495.
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 495 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Mtd Lawn Tractors MTD 495.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)8.1 PS
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