Sears LT836
The Sears LT836 is a tractor produced by Sears Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 8 hp / 6.0 kW. Transmission: 4 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 319 lbs 144 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 8 hp / 6.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
0.75 gal
2.8 L
Transmission
4 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
319 lbs
144 kg
Overview
![]() | 1979 - 1980
Lawn tractorRoper built
Lawn tractor
Roper built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Sears |
Manufacturer | Roper |
Lawn tractor | |
Original price was $869 in 1979 | |
Sears LT836 Engine | |
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8HP 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 0.75 gal
2.8 L |
Engine details ... | |
Sears LT836 Transmission | |
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4-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 319 lbs
144 kg |
Front tire | 15x6.0 |
Rear tire | 18x9.50 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 14 |
References | |
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Riding Mowers, Lawn Tractors, Garden Tractors and Attachments published in 1979, by Sears | |
Lawn Tractors published in 1980, by Sears | |
Spring/Summer Catalog published in 1978, by Sears |
Engine
Engine Detail — Gasoline
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Power (gross) | 8 hp
6.0 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 4 forward and 1 reverse belt-driven gear
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
Sears LT836 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6.0 |
Lawn/turf rear | 18x9.50 |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 58 inches
147 cm |
Width | 34 inches
86 cm |
Height | 39 inches
99 cm |
Shipping weight | 319 lbs
144 kg |
Attachments
36" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Sears |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 36 inches
91 cm |
Cut positions | 5 |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Sears Lawn Tractors Sears LT836.
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 LT836 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Sears Lawn Tractors Sears LT836.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)8.1 PS
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