MTD 498
The MTD 498 is a tractor produced by Mtd Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 399 cc 24.36 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 11 hp / 8.2 kW. Transmission: Peerless 813. Operating weight: 502 lbs 227 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 11 hp / 8.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
Peerless 813
Operating Weight
502 lbs
227 kg
Overview
 | 1978 - 1982
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | MTD |
Lawn tractor | |
MTD 498 Engine | |
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11HP Briggs & Stratton 399cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ...  |
MTD 498 Transmission | |
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4-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 | 15.00x6.00 |
Rear tire | 18.00x8.50 |
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 & Garden Tractors published in 1981, by MTD | |
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Owner's Guide 131-498A (770-0863) published in 1981 | |
Owner's Guide 139-498A (770-8299) published in 1979 | |
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 — 399 cc / 24.36 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 399 cc
24.36 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.4375x2.625 inches
87 x 67 mm |
Power (gross) | 11 hp
8.2 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — Peerless 813
Transmission | Peerless 813 |
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
MTD 498 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15.00x6.00 |
Lawn/turf rear | 18.00x8.50 |
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 498 tractor photo
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Mtd Lawn Tractors MTD 498.
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 498 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Mtd Lawn Tractors MTD 498.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)11 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)11.2 PS
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