Power King 1616
The Power King 1616 is a tractor produced by Power King Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 531 cc 32.4 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: Borg-Warner T92. Operating weight: 958 lbs (3-speed) 434 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 1616 Engine | |
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16HP Briggs & Stratton 531cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Final drives | bull gear |
Manual steering | |
Mechanical drum brakes | |
Open operator station. Vinyl weather cab optional. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 3 gal
11.4 L |
Hydraulic system | 5 gal
18.9 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 5 gal
18.9 L |
Pressure | 1000 psi
69.0 bar |
Pump flow | 1.7 gpm
6.4 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 0 OptOptional |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent OptOptional |
Clutch | electro-magnetic |
Rear PTO Type | 2000 |
Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electro-magnetic |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 54.375 inches
138 cm |
Weight | 958 to 975 pounds |
Front tire | 4.00-12 |
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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Power King - One Tough Tractor published in 1980, by EPCO |
Engine
Engine Detail — 531 cc / 32.4 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 326437 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
Displacement | 531 cc
32.4 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.5625x3.25 inches
90 x 83 mm |
Power | 16 hp
11.9 kW |
Rated RPM | 3600 |
Torque | 25.8 lb-ft
35.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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3-speed gear | |
4-speed gear | |
9-speed gear |
Transmission — Borg-Warner T92
Transmission | Borg-Warner T92 |
Type | shaft-driven gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
Clutch | 152.4mm dry disc |
Oil capacity | 0.25 qts
0.2 L |
Oil type | 80/90 Gear Lube |
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80/90 Gear Lube |
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Transmission — 4 forward and 1 reverse shaft-driven gear
Type | shaft-driven gear |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Clutch | 152.4mm dry disc |
Oil capacity | 0.1875 qts
0.2 L |
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Transmission — Borg-Warner T92
Transmission | Borg-Warner T92 |
Type | shaft-driven gear |
Gears | 9 forward and 3 reverse |
Clutch | 152.4mm dry disc |
Optional creeper for 3-speed transmission. Adds a second, identical, three-speed transmission inline with the original. | |
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Dimensions
Power King 1616 Tires | |
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Ag front | 4.00-12 |
Ag rear | 8.00-16 |
Lawn/turf front | 4.00-12 |
Lawn/turf rear | 8.00-16 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 54.375 inches
138 cm |
Length | 93 inches
236 cm |
Width | 44.125 inches (min)
112 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 52 inches
132 cm |
Height (hood) | 40.5 inches
102 cm |
Weight | 958 lbs (3-speed)
434 kg |
975 lbs (4-speed)
442 kg | |
Ground clearance | 16 inches (frame)
40 cm |
Front axle | 0.75 inch diameter
19 mm |
Rear axle | 1.5 inch diameter
38 mm |
Front tread | 35 inches
88 cm |
Rear tread | 35/40.5 inches
88/102 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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48" mid-mount mower deck | |
60" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Front-end loader | |
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments. |
Photos
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Power King Lawn Tractors Power King 1616 based on its 16 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. |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Power King Lawn Tractors Power King 1616.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.6 hrs
Approximately 3.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3 gal / 11.4 L).
Engine Crankcase Oil
Transmission & Hydraulic System
Engine Cooling System
Power King Lawn Tractors Power King 1616 Specification Unit Converter
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