White FR-18C Turf Boss

The White FR-18C Turf Boss is a tractor produced by White Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 693 cc 42.3 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: Eaton. Drive type: 3x2 2WD. Operating weight: 590 lbs 267 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Drive & Traction
3x2 2WD
Fuel & Capacities
4 gal 15.1 L
Transmission
Eaton
Operating Weight
590 lbs 267 kg

Overview

White FR-18C Turf Boss tractor photo
1985 - 1988 FR SeriesFront-mount mower FR Series Front-mount mower
Production
Manufacturer
White (a part of MTD)
Front-mount mower
White FR-18C Engine
18HP Briggs & Stratton 693cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
4 gal 15.1 L
Engine details ...
White FR-18C Transmission
hydrostatic
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Drive
3x2 2WD
Final drives
roller chain
Power steering
Disc brakes
Open operator station.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Front PTO
independent
Clutch
electro-magnetic
Front PTO Type
3450
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
44 inches 111 cm
Weight
590 lbs 267 kg
Front tire
18x9.50-8
Rear tire
16x6.50-8
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Battery volts
12
Battery AH
32
References
FR-18C Turf Boss references literature
Grounds Keeping Tractors published in 1985, by White

Engine

Engine Detail — 693 cc / 42.3 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer
Briggs & Stratton
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
2-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft opposed-twin
Displacement
693 cc 42.3 ci
Power
18 hp 13.4 kW
Air cleaner
dry
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission — Eaton

Transmission
Eaton
Type
hydrostatic
Gears
infinite forward and reverse
FR-18C Turf Boss  hydrostatic speeds

Dimensions

White FR-18C Tires
Lawn/turf front
18x9.50-8
Lawn/turf rear
16x6.50-8
Dimensions
Wheelbase
44 inches 111 cm
Length
57 inches 144 cm
Width
50 inches 127 cm
Height
41 inches 104 cm
Shipping weight
590 lbs 267 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
52" front-mount mower deck
62" front-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade

Photos

White FR-18C Turf Boss tractor photo

White FR-18C Turf Boss tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for White Lawn Tractors White FR-18C Turf Boss based on its 18 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 White Lawn Tractors White FR-18C Turf Boss.

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

White Lawn Tractors White FR-18C Turf Boss Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for White Lawn Tractors White FR-18C Turf Boss.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS

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