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

MTD 495 tractor photo
1971 - 1979 Lawn tractor
Production
Manufacturer
MTD
Lawn tractor
Original price
$600 (1971 )
$635 (1972 )
$695 (1975 )
MTD 495 Engine
8HP Briggs & Stratton 1-cyl gasoline
Engine details ...
MTD 495 Transmission
3-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.
Dimensions & Tires
Front tire
15x6.00
Rear tire
18x8.50
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12
References
495 references literature
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
Lawn/turf front
15x6.00
Lawn/turf rear
18x8.50
Dimensions

Attachments

38" Mower deck
Type
mid-mount MTD
2-blade with manual lift
Cutting width
38 inches 96 cm

Photos

MTD 495

MTD 495

MTD 495

MTD 495

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