MTD 497
The MTD 497 is a tractor produced by Mtd Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 360 cc 21.97 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 10 hp / 7.5 kW. Transmission: Peerless 654. Operating weight: 502 lbs 227 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 10 hp / 7.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
Peerless 654
Operating Weight
502 lbs
227 kg
Overview
 | 1974 - 1980
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | MTD |
Lawn tractor | |
Original price was $799 in 1981 | |
MTD 497 Engine | |
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10HP Briggs & Stratton 360cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ...  |
MTD 497 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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Weight | 502 lbs
227 kg |
Front tire | 15x6.50 |
Rear tire | 18x8.50 |
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 1976, by Agway | |
Lawn and Garden Power Equipment published in 1977, by Agway | |
Outdoor Power Equipment published in 1980, by Agway | |
Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1981, by MTD | |
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Owner's Guide 130-497A (770-0221) published in 1980 | |
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 — 360 cc / 21.97 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 220707 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 360 cc
21.97 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.438x2.625 inches
87 x 67 mm |
Power (gross) | 10 hp
7.5 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 497 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6.50 |
Lawn/turf rear | 18x8.50 |
Dimensions | |
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Shipping weight | 502 lbs
227 kg |
Attachments
38" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount MTD |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 38 inches
96 cm |
Photos
MTD Lawn Flite 497.
MTD Lawn Flite 497.
Australia Victa 10-38E.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Mtd Lawn Tractors MTD 497.
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 497 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Mtd Lawn Tractors MTD 497.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)10 hp
Kilowatts (kW)7.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)10.1 PS
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