Sears 16/6 Twin 917.25180

The Sears 16/6 Twin 917.25180 is a tractor produced by Sears Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 622 lbs 282 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3.5 gal 13.2 L
Transmission
6 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
622 lbs 282 kg

Overview

Sears 16/6 Twin 917.25180 tractor photo
1977 Garden tractorRoper built Garden tractor Roper built
Production
Distributor
Sears
Manufacturer
Roper
Garden tractor
Original price was $1,779 in 1979
Sears 16/6 Twin Engine
16HP Onan 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
3.5 gal 13.2 L
Engine details ...
Sears 16/6 Twin Transmission
6-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station. Soft-side weather cab optional.
Tractor hitch
Type
Sears 3-point hitch OptOptional
Dimensions & Tires
Weight
622 lbs 282 kg
Front tire
16x6.50
Rear tire
23x9.50x12
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12
Battery AH
30
References
16/6 Twin 917.25180 references literature
Garden Tractors and Attachments published in 1977, by Sears

Engine

Engine Detail — Gasoline

Manufacturer
Onan
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
2-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft opposed-twin
Power (gross)
16 hp 11.9 kW
Rated RPM
3600
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse belt-driven gear

Type
belt-driven gear
Gears
6 forward and 2 reverse
Three gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) in two ranges (low/high).
16/6 Twin 917.25180  belt-driven gear speeds

Dimensions

Sears 16/6 Twin Tires
Lawn/turf front
16x6.50
Lawn/turf rear
23x9.50x12
Dimensions
Length
68.5 inches 173 cm
Width
36.5 inches 92 cm
Height
41.4 inches 105 cm
Shipping weight
622 lbs 282 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
42" mid-mount mower deck
48" 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

Sears 16/6 Twin 917.25180

Sears 16/6 Twin 917.25180

Sears 16/6 Twin 917.25180

Sears 16/6 Twin 917.25180

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Sears Lawn Tractors Sears 16/6 Twin 917.25180 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 Sears Lawn Tractors Sears 16/6 Twin 917.25180.

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

Sears Lawn Tractors Sears 16/6 Twin 917.25180 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Sears Lawn Tractors Sears 16/6 Twin 917.25180.

Converted Equivalents:

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

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