Sabre 17.542HS
The Sabre 17.542HS is a tractor produced by Sabre Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 460 cc 28.1 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 17.5 hp / 13.0 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq K46. Operating weight: 449 lbs 203 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 17.5 hp / 13.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2.1 gal
7.9 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq K46
Operating Weight
449 lbs
203 kg
Overview
 | 2002
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Sabre (a part of John Deere) |
Lawn tractor | |
Built in Greeneville, Tennessee, USA | |
Original price was $1,749 in 2002 | |
Sabre 17.542HS Engine | |
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17.5HP Kohler 460cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2.1 gal
7.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Sabre 17.542HS Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | mechanical |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 44.7 inches
113 cm |
Weight | 449 lbs
203 kg |
Front tire | 15x6-6 |
Rear tire | 20x8-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 9 |
Battery CCA | 160 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2002, by John Deere | |
Operator's Manual Sabre Lawn Tractors 14.542GS, 1642HS and 17.542HS (OMGX20196) published in 2001 | |
Sabre Lawn Tractors 2002 published by John Deere | |
Sabre Lawn Tractors published in 2002, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 460 cc / 28.1 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 460 cc
28.1 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.43x3.03 inches
87 x 77 mm |
Power (gross) | 17.5 hp
13.0 kW |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Sparkplug gap | 0.040 inches
1.016 mm |
Transmission
Transmission — Tuff Torq K46
Transmission | Tuff Torq K46 |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Two-pedal automatic transmission with cruise control. | |
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Dimensions
Sabre 17.542HS Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x8-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 44.7 inches
113 cm |
Length | 60 inches
152 cm |
Width | 36 inches
91 cm |
Height | 38.6 inches
98 cm |
Weight | 449 lbs
203 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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42" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Advertised attachments for the Sabre 17.542HS include a two-bag rear bagger, front bumper, weights, and tire chains. |
42" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Sabre |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Cut height | 1 to 4 inch
2 to 10 cm |
Cut positions | 7 |
Photos
Sabre 17.542HS
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Sabre Lawn Tractors Sabre 17.542HS based on its 17.5 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. |
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 17.542HS.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.3 hrs
Approximately 2.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2.1 gal / 7.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.4 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
Sabre Lawn Tractors Sabre 17.542HS Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Sabre Lawn Tractors Sabre 17.542HS.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)17.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)17.7 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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