Poulan PB20VA48
The Poulan PB20VA48 is a tractor produced by Poulan Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 656 cc 40.03 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 20 hp / 14.9 kW. Transmission: General Transmissions.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 20 hp / 14.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
General Transmissions
Overview
![]() | 2014
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Poulan (a part of Husqvarna) |
Lawn tractor | |
Poulan PB20VA48 Engine | |
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20HP Briggs & Stratton 656cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
Poulan PB20VA48 Transmission | |
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mechanical CVT | |
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Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Open operator station. | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Front tire | 15x6-6 |
Rear tire | 20x8-8 |
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Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 656 cc / 40.03 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 40R877 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
Displacement | 656 cc
40.03 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.97x2.89 inches
75 x 73 mm |
Power (gross) | 20 hp
14.9 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — General Transmissions
Transmission | General Transmissions |
Type | belt-driven mechanical CVT |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Dimensions
Poulan PB20VA48 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x8-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Front axle | Cast iron |
Attachments
48" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Poulan |
3-blade | |
Cutting width | 48 inches
121 cm |
Photos
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Poulan Lawn Tractors Poulan PB20VA48 based on its 20 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. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
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 Poulan Lawn Tractors Poulan PB20VA48.
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
Poulan Lawn Tractors Poulan PB20VA48 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Poulan Lawn Tractors Poulan PB20VA48.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)20 hp
Kilowatts (kW)14.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)20.3 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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