Roper YTH16

The Roper YTH16 is a tractor produced by Roper Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 658 cc 40.15 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse.

Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3.5 gal 13.2 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse

Overview

Roper YTH16 tractor photo
1986 - 1990 Lawn tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Roper
Lawn tractor
Built in Orangeburg, South Carolina, USA
Variants
YT16
gear
YTH16
hydrostatic
Roper YTH16 Engine
16HP Briggs & Stratton 658cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
3.5 gal 13.2 L
Engine details ...
Roper YTH16 Transmission
hydrostatic
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO
independent
Clutch
electric
Mid PTO Type
pulley
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
44 inches 111 cm
Front tire
15x6-6
Rear tire
20x10.00
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12
References
YTH16 references literature
YTH16 Yard Tractor published by Roper

Engine

Engine Detail — 658 cc / 40.15 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer
Briggs & Stratton 402707
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement
658 cc 40.15 ci
Bore/Stroke
3.44x2.16 inches 87 x 55 mm
Power (gross)
16 hp 11.9 kW
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Roper YTH16 Engine
Roper YTH16 engine image
Image courtesy of Shane Chappell

Transmission

Transmission — infinite forward and reverse belt-driven hydrostatic

Type
belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears
infinite forward and reverse

Dimensions

Roper YTH16 Tires
Lawn/turf front
15x6-6
Lawn/turf rear
20x10.00
Dimensions
Wheelbase
44 inches 111 cm

Attachments

Attachment overview
44" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
44" Mower deck
Type
mid-mount Roper
3-blade with manual lift
Cutting width
44 inches 111 cm
Cut height
1.2 to 4.5 inch 3 to 11 cm

Photos

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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Roper Lawn Tractors Roper YTH16 based on its 16 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 Roper Lawn Tractors Roper YTH16.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.2 hrs

Approximately 4.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3.5 gal / 13.2 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

Roper Lawn Tractors Roper YTH16 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Roper Lawn Tractors Roper YTH16.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)16 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.2 PS

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