Toro Wheel Horse XL440
The Toro Wheel Horse XL440 is a tractor produced by Toro Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 502 cc 30.63 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 17 hp / 12.7 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear 318-0510. Operating weight: 550 lbs 249 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 17 hp / 12.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
Hydro-Gear 318-0510
Operating Weight
550 lbs
249 kg
Overview
 | 2005 - 2010
XL SeriesLawn tractor
XL Series
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Toro |
Lawn tractor | |
Toro XL440 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Open operator station. | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 47.5 inches
120 cm |
Weight | 550 lbs
249 kg |
Front tire | 15x6.0 |
Rear tire | 20x10.00-10 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery CCA | 160 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine options | |
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17HP Briggs & Stratton 502cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Briggs & Stratton 502cc 1-cyl gasoline |
Engine Detail — 502 cc / 30.63 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 31F777 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled |
Original engine, the 31F777 was used on the XL 440 through the 2007 model year. | |
Displacement | 502 cc
30.63 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.56x3.062 inches
90 x 78 mm |
Power (gross) | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
Air cleaner | foam and paper elements |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug | Cmapion QC12YC |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Oil capacity | 1.75 qts
1.7 L |
Engine Detail — 502 cc / 30.63 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 31P777 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled |
The Briggs & Stratton 31P777 was used on the XL 440 starting with the 2008 model year, tractor serial number 280000001. | |
Displacement | 502 cc
30.63 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.56x3.062 inches
90 x 78 mm |
Air cleaner | foam and paper elements |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — Hydro-Gear 318-0510
Transmission | Hydro-Gear 318-0510 |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil type | SAE 20W-50 SH/CD |
The 318-050 transmission is factory sealed and oil changes are not recommended. | |
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Dimensions
Toro XL440 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6.0 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x10.00-10 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 47.5 inches
120 cm |
Length | 68 inches
172 cm |
Width | 55 inches
139 cm |
Weight | 550 lbs
249 kg |
Front axle | Cast-iron |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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44" mid-mount mower deck | |
Blade |
44" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Toro |
Cutting width | 44 inches
111 cm |
Cut height | 1.5 to 4.5 inch
3 to 11 cm |
Photos
Toro Wheel Horse XL440
Toro Wheel Horse XL440 operator station and controls.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Toro Lawn Tractors Toro Wheel Horse XL440 based on its 17 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 Toro Lawn Tractors Toro Wheel Horse XL440.
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
Toro Lawn Tractors Toro Wheel Horse XL440 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Toro Lawn Tractors Toro Wheel Horse XL440.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)17 hp
Kilowatts (kW)12.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)17.2 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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