Troy-Bilt 13040
The Troy-Bilt 13040 is a tractor produced by Troy Bilt Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 569 cc 34.75 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: Eaton 851. Operating weight: 500 lbs 226 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4 gal
15.1 L
Transmission
Eaton 851
Operating Weight
500 lbs
226 kg
Overview
 | 1993 - 1996
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Troy-Bilt |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA | |
Original price was $4,400 in 1994 | |
Troy-Bilt 13040 Engine | |
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18HP Vanguard 569cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 4 gal
15.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Troy-Bilt 13040 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Open operator station. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Type | sleeve hitch OptOptional |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 49.75 inches
126 cm |
Weight | 500 lbs
226 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
Rear tire | 23x10.5-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery CCA | 280 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Tractors published in 1995, by Troy-Bilt | |
Owner/Operator Manual Models 13039, 13040, 13053 (1769946) published in 1994 | |
Parts Catalog Models 13039, 13040 (1768259) published in 1994 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 569 cc / 34.75 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Vanguard 350777 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
Displacement | 569 cc
34.75 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.83x2.75 inches
72 x 70 mm |
Power | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — Eaton 851
Transmission | Eaton 851 |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
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Dimensions
Troy-Bilt 13040 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.5-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 49.75 inches
126 cm |
Length | 72 inches
182 cm |
Width | 38 inches
96 cm |
Height | 45 inches
114 cm |
Shipping weight | 500 lbs
226 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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38" mid-mount mower deck | |
42" mid-mount mower deck | |
48" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
The tractor was compatible with the Troy-Bilt model 14038 29-inch belt-drive tiller. |
Photos
Troy-Bilt 13040 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Troy Bilt Lawn Tractors Troy-Bilt 13040 based on its 18 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 Troy Bilt Lawn Tractors Troy-Bilt 13040.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.3 hrs
Approximately 4.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4 gal / 15.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.5 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
Troy Bilt Lawn Tractors Troy-Bilt 13040 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Troy Bilt Lawn Tractors Troy-Bilt 13040.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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