Power King 1612
The Power King 1612 is a tractor produced by Power King Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 476 cc 29.07 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: 3 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 778 lbs 352 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 12 hp / 8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3 gal
11.4 L
Transmission
3 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
778 lbs
352 kg
Overview
![]() | 1977 - 1983
1600 SeriesGarden tractor
1600 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 Waukesha, Wisconsin, USA | |
Power King 1612 Engine | |
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12HP Kohler 476cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3 gal
11.4 L |
Engine details ... | |
Power King 1612 Transmission | |
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3-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Mechanical drum brakes | |
Open operator station. Vinyl weather cab optional. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electro-magnetic |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 52 inches
132 cm |
Weight | 778 lbs
352 kg |
Front tire | 6.50-8 |
Rear tire | 8.00-16 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | flywheel alternator |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Economy Power King Tractor published in 1977, by EPCO | |
Power King - One Tough Tractor published in 1980, by EPCO |
Engine
Engine Detail — 476 cc / 29.07 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler K301 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
Displacement | 476 cc
29.07 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.375x3.50 inches
86 x 89 mm |
Power | 12 hp
8.9 kW |
Rated RPM | 3600 |
Torque | 22.2 lb-ft
30.1 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse shaft-driven gear
Type | shaft-driven gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
Power King 1612 Tires | |
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Ag front | 4.00-8 |
Ag rear | 7.50-16 |
Lawn/turf front | 6.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 8.00-16 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 52 inches
132 cm |
Length | 79 inches
200 cm |
Width | 42.125 inches
106 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 59.75 inches
151 cm |
Height (hood) | 40.5 inches
102 cm |
Weight | 778 lbs
352 kg |
Ground clearance | 14.5 inches
36 cm |
Front tread | 35.5 inches
90 cm |
Rear tread | 34 inches
86 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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48" mid-mount mower deck | |
60" 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 Power King Lawn Tractors Power King 1612.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.8 hrs
Approximately 4.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3 gal / 11.4 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
Power King Lawn Tractors Power King 1612 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Power King Lawn Tractors Power King 1612.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)12 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.2 PS
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