MTD 812
The MTD 812 is a tractor produced by Mtd Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 693 cc 42.33 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: Peerless 2351.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2.5 gal
9.5 L
Transmission
Peerless 2351
Overview
 | 1987 - 1989
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | MTD |
Garden tractor | |
MTD 812 Engine | |
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18HP Briggs & Stratton 693cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2.5 gal
9.5 L |
Engine details ...  | |
MTD 812 Transmission | |
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4-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Type | sleeve hitch OptOptional |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | manual idler pulley |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Front tire | 16.00x6.50 |
Rear tire | 23.00x9.50 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 35 |
References | |
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Onwer's Guide 18 H.P. Garden Tractors (770-5908C) published in 1988 | |
Tractors, Mowers and Tillers published in 1988, by MTD |
Engine
Engine Detail — 693 cc / 42.33 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft opposed-twin |
Displacement | 693 cc
42.33 ci |
Power (gross) | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — Peerless 2351
Transmission | Peerless 2351 |
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
MTD 812 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16.00x6.50 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23.00x9.50 |
Dimensions | |
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Front axle | Keyed shaft |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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46" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments. |
46" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount MTD 806 |
3-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 46 inches
116 cm |
Photos
MTD 812 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Mtd Lawn Tractors MTD 812 based on its 18 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Mtd Lawn Tractors MTD 812.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.7 hrs
Approximately 2.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2.5 gal / 9.5 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.5 L/hr)
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 812 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Mtd Lawn Tractors MTD 812.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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