Roper L861 Rally
The Roper L861 Rally is a tractor produced by Roper Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 305 cc 18.65 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 8 hp / 6.0 kW. Transmission: 3 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 344 lbs 156 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 8 hp / 6.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1.1 gal
4.2 L
Transmission
3 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
344 lbs
156 kg
Overview
![]() | 1976 - 1977
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Roper |
Lawn tractor | |
Built in Orangeburg, South Carolina, USA | |
Roper L861 Engine | |
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8HP Tecumseh 305cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 1.1 gal
4.2 L |
Engine details ... | |
Roper L861 Transmission | |
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3-speed | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 43.5 inches
110 cm |
Weight | 344 lbs
156 kg |
Front tire | 13.0x4.5 |
Rear tire | 18.0x9.5 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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Roper '76 published in 1976 | |
Parts and "We Care" Service published in 1986 | |
Service Manual Rotary Mowers & Riding Lawn Mowers (MB001-75-2) published in 1975 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 305 cc / 18.65 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Tecumseh VM80 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 305 cc
18.65 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.06x2.53 inches
78 x 64 mm |
Power (gross) | 8 hp
6.0 kW |
Starter type | manual recoil |
Transmission
Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
Roper L861 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 13.0x4.5 |
Lawn/turf rear | 18.0x9.5 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 43.5 inches
110 cm |
Length | 63 inches
160 cm |
Width | 48 inches
121 cm |
Height | 40 inches
101 cm |
Shipping weight | 344 lbs
156 kg |
Attachments
36" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Roper LA019BR |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 36 inches
91 cm |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Roper Lawn Tractors Roper L861 Rally.
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
Roper Lawn Tractors Roper L861 Rally Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Roper Lawn Tractors Roper L861 Rally.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)8.1 PS
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