Poulan PO15538LT

The Poulan PO15538LT is a tractor produced by Poulan Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 15.5 hp / 11.6 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 387 lbs 175 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 15.5 hp / 11.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1.25 gal 4.7 L
Transmission
5 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
387 lbs 175 kg

Overview

Poulan PO15538LT tractor photo
2007 - 2009 Lawn tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Poulan (a part of Husqvarna)
Lawn tractor
Poulan PO15538LT Engine
15.5HP Briggs & Stratton gasoline
Fuel tank
1.25 gal 4.7 L
Engine details ...
Poulan PO15538LT Transmission
5-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO
independent
Clutch
manual
Mid PTO Type
pulley
Dimensions & Tires
Weight
387 lbs 175 kg
Front tire
15x6-6
Rear tire
20x8-8
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery CCA
230
Battery volts
12

Engine

Engine Detail — Gasoline

Manufacturer
Briggs & Stratton Intek
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
air-cooled vertical-shaft
Power (gross)
15.5 hp 11.6 kW
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
1.2 qts 1.1 L
Sparkplug gap
0.030 inches 0.762 mm

Transmission

Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse belt-driven gear

Type
belt-driven gear
Gears
5 forward and 1 reverse

Dimensions

Poulan PO15538LT Tires
Lawn/turf front
15x6-6
Lawn/turf rear
20x8-8
Dimensions
Length
62.5 inches 158 cm
Height
34.5 inches 87 cm
Shipping weight
387 lbs 175 kg

Attachments

38" Mower deck
Type
mid-mount Poulan
2-blade with manual lift
Cutting width
38 inches 96 cm
Overall width
41 inches 104 cm

Photos

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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Poulan Lawn Tractors Poulan PO15538LT based on its 15.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm)Light DutyIdeal for garden plots and light sandy soil.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
4 ft (48 in)1.2 mLight DutyPasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
42 to 48 in105 - 120 cmLight DutyCovers 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 Poulan Lawn Tractors Poulan PO15538LT.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.6 hrs

Approximately 1.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (1.3 gal / 4.7 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

Poulan Lawn Tractors Poulan PO15538LT Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Poulan Lawn Tractors Poulan PO15538LT.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)15.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)15.7 PS

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