Power King 1218
The Power King 1218 is a tractor produced by Power King Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 691 cc 42.18 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 656 to 694 pounds.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
5 gal
18.9 L
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
656 to 694 pounds
Overview
 | 1988 - 1993
1200 SeriesGarden tractor
1200 Series
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Power King (a part of Engineering Products Company) |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, USA | |
Power King 1218 Engine | |
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18HP Kohler 691cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 5 gal
18.9 L |
Engine 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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Rear PTO | independent OptOptional |
Rear PTO Type | 2000 |
Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electro-magnetic |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 48 inches
121 cm |
Weight | 656 to 694 pounds |
Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
Rear tire | 23x10.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 45 |
References | |
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Power King published in 1987, by Engineering Products Co. | |
Power King published in 1990, by Support Services | |
Power King published in 1992, by Support Services |
Engine
Engine Detail — 691 cc / 42.18 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler Magnum M18 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
Displacement | 691 cc
42.18 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.125x2.75 inches
79 x 70 mm |
Power | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 1.75 qts
1.7 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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hydrostatic | |
8-speed gear |
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse (2-range) shaft-driven hydrostatic
Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
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Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse shaft-driven gear
Type | shaft-driven gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | mechanical dry disc |
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Dimensions
Power King 1218 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 | 68 inches
172 cm |
Width | 41 inches
104 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 42 inches
106 cm |
Gear Weight | 656 lbs
297 kg |
Hydro Weight | 694 lbs
314 kg |
Ground clearance | 8.5 inches
21 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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42" 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. |
Photos
Power King 1218 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Power King Lawn Tractors Power King 1218 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 Power King Lawn Tractors Power King 1218.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.3 hrs
Approximately 5.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (5 gal / 18.9 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
Power King Lawn Tractors Power King 1218 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Power King Lawn Tractors Power King 1218.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS
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