New Holland S-16
The New Holland S-16 is a tractor produced by New Holland Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 588 cc 35.9 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: Vickers T66Z. Operating weight: 785 lbs 356 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4.75 gal
18.0 L
Transmission
Vickers T66Z
Operating Weight
785 lbs
356 kg
Overview
 | 1972 - 1973
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | New Holland (a part of Sperry) |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Belleville, Pennsylvania, USA | |
Original price was $2,055 in 1973 | |
Variants | |
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S-16 | garden tractor |
T-220 | trenching tractor |
New Holland S-16 Engine | |
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16HP Kohler 588cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 4.75 gal
18.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
New Holland S-16 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Manual steering | |
Parking prawl brakes | |
Open operator station. Vinyl weather cab optional. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 0 OptOptional |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | Optional |
Rear PTO Type | 3600 |
Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 48 inches
121 cm |
Weight | 785 lbs
356 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
Rear tire | 23x10.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | flywheel alternator |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 35 |
References | |
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Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1972, by New Holland | |
Operator's Manual Garden Tractor S-12 S-14 S-16 (42001232) published in 1972 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 588 cc / 35.9 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler K341S |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 588 cc
35.9 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.75x3.25 inches
95 x 83 mm |
Power (gross) | 16 hp
11.9 kW |
Air cleaner | dry element |
Rated RPM | 3600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug gap | 0.025 inches
0.635 mm |
Intake valve clearance | 0.009 inches*Cold.
0.229 mm |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.018 inches*Cold.
0.457 mm |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Vickers T66Z
Transmission | Vickers T66Z |
Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil capacity | 3.5 qts
3.3 L |
Oil type | SAE 10W-30 MS |
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Dimensions
New Holland S-16 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.50-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 48 inches
121 cm |
Length | 72 inches
182 cm |
Width | 38.5 inches*Minimum
97 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 47.75 inches
121 cm |
Shipping weight | 785 lbs
356 kg |
Front tread | 31.375 inches
79 cm |
Rear tread | 32.375/35.25 inches
82/89 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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48" 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. |
48" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount New Holland 48RM |
3-blade | |
Cutting width | 48 inches
121 cm |
Photos
New Holland S-16
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for New Holland Lawn Tractors New Holland S-16 based on its 16 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 New Holland Lawn Tractors New Holland S-16.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.8 hrs
Approximately 5.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4.8 gal / 18 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.8 gal/hr (3.1 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
New Holland Lawn Tractors New Holland S-16 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for New Holland Lawn Tractors New Holland S-16.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)16 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.2 PS
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