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Sabre 1542HS

The Sabre 1542HS is a tractor produced by Sabre Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 465 cc 28.4 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 15.5 hp / 11.6 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq K51. Operating weight: 396 lbs 179 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 15.5 hp / 11.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1.25 gal 4.7 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq K51
Operating Weight
396 lbs 179 kg

Overview

Sabre 1542HS tractor photo
1998 - 2001 Lawn tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Sabre (a part of John Deere)
Lawn tractor
Built in Greeneville, Tennessee, USA
Original price was $1,759 in 1999
Sabre 1542HS Engine
15.5HP Briggs & Stratton 465cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
1.25 gal 4.7 L
Engine details ...
Sabre 1542HS Transmission
hydrostatic
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Disc brakes
Open operator station.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO
independent
Clutch
manual
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
44.7 inches 113 cm
Weight
396 lbs 179 kg
Front tire
15x6.5-6
Rear tire
20x8-8
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
unregulated
Charging amps
3
Battery CCA
230
Battery volts
12
Battery Group
U1
References
1542HS references literature
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 1998, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2000, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2001, by John Deere
Lawn & Grounds Care Sales Manual published in 1997, by John Deere*
Commercial & Consumer Equipment Sales Manual published in 1999, by John Deere
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1999, by John Deere
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 2000, by John Deere
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 2001, by John Deere
Sabre Lawn Tractors - Yard Tractors - Garden Tractors published in 1999, by John Deere
Sabre Lawn Tractors - Yard Tractors - Garden Tractors published in 2000, by John Deere
Sabre Tractors published in 2001, by John Deere
*Publication contains known errors.
1542HS manuals literature
Operator's Manual Sabre Lawn Tractors 1438GS, 1438HS, 1542HS, 1742GS, 1742HSS and 2046HS (OMGX10782) published in 2000
Operator's Manual Sabre Lawn Tractors (OMGX10226) published in 1997
Operator's Manual Sabre Lawn Tractors (OMGX10143) published in 1997

Engine

Engine Detail — 465 cc / 28.4 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer
Briggs & Stratton Intek
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement
465 cc 28.4 ci
Bore/Stroke
3.44x3.06 inches 87 x 78 mm
Power (gross)
15.5 hp 11.6 kW
Air cleaner
paper and foam
Idle RPM
1750-3300
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission — Tuff Torq K51

Transmission
Tuff Torq K51
Type
belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears
infinite forward and reverse
1542HS K51 belt-driven hydrostatic speeds

Dimensions

Sabre 1542HS Tires
Lawn/turf front
15x6.5-6
Lawn/turf rear
20x8-8
Dimensions
Wheelbase
44.7 inches 113 cm
Length
60 inches 152 cm
Width
36 inches 91 cm
Height (steering wheel)
38.6 inches 98 cm
Weight
396 lbs 179 kg
Front axle
Cast-iron

Attachments

Attachment overview
42" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
42" Mower deck
Type
mid-mount Sabre BG10109
2-blade with manual lift
Cutting width
42 inches 106 cm
Cut height
1 to 4 inch 2 to 10 cm

Photos

Sabre 1542HS tractor photo

Sabre 1542HS tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Sabre Lawn Tractors Sabre 1542HS based on its 15.5 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 Sabre Lawn Tractors Sabre 1542HS.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.6 hrs

Approximately 1.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (1.3 gal / 4.7 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

Sabre Lawn Tractors Sabre 1542HS Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Sabre Lawn Tractors Sabre 1542HS.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)15.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)15.7 PS

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