Pennsylvania 1012 Meteor
The Pennsylvania 1012 Meteor is a tractor produced by Pennsylvania Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 453 cc 27.66 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: Sunstrand. Operating weight: 750 lbs 340 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1 gal
3.8 L
Transmission
Sunstrand
Operating Weight
750 lbs
340 kg
Overview
![]() | 1966 - 1969
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Pennsylvania |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Waynesboro, Virginia, USA | |
Original price was $1,100 in 1968 | |
Pennsylvania 1012 Engine | |
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12HP Tecumseh 453cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 1 gal
3.8 L |
Engine details ... | |
Pennsylvania 1012 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Mechanical drum brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Type | sleeve hitch *Optional. Model 2AC4. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | manual |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 44 inches
111 cm |
Weight | 750 lbs
340 kg |
Front tire | 15x6.00-6 |
Rear tire | 23x8.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | generator |
Charging amps | 6 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Lawn Mowers & Garden Tractors published in 1968, by Pennsylvania Lawn Products | |
Quality Mowers & Tractors published in 1969, by Pennsylvania Lawn Products | |
Pennsylvania Meteor Lawn and Garden Tractors published by Pennsylvania Lawn Products | |
Pennsylvania Meteor Tractors Models 1010a and 1012a Instructions | |
Parts List Models 1008, 1010 and 1012 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 453 cc / 27.66 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Tecumseh HH120 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
Displacement | 453 cc
27.66 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.50x2.875 inches
89 x 73 mm |
Power (gross) | 12 hp
8.9 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — Sunstrand
Transmission | Sunstrand |
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
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Dimensions
Pennsylvania 1012 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6.00-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x8.50-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 44 inches
111 cm |
Length | 63 inches
160 cm |
Width | 37 inches
93 cm |
Weight | 750 lbs
340 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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36" mid-mount mower deck | |
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. |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Pennsylvania Lawn Tractors Pennsylvania 1012 Meteor.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.6 hrs
Approximately 1.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (1 gal / 3.8 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.6 gal/hr (2.4 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
Pennsylvania Lawn Tractors Pennsylvania 1012 Meteor Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Pennsylvania Lawn Tractors Pennsylvania 1012 Meteor.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)12 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.2 PS
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