White FST-15

The White FST-15 is a tractor produced by White Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 465 cc 28.42 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 15 hp / 11.2 kW. Transmission: CruiseMatic. Operating weight: 494 lbs 224 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 15 hp / 11.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3 gal 11.4 L
Transmission
CruiseMatic
Operating Weight
494 lbs 224 kg

Overview

White FST-15 tractor photo
1994 - 1995 Lawn tractor
Production
Manufacturer
White (a part of MTD)
Lawn tractor
Variants
LT-15
2-wheel steer
FST-15
4-wheel steer
White FST-15 Engine
15HP Briggs & Stratton 465cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
3 gal 11.4 L
Engine details ...
White FST-15 Transmission
7-speed CVT
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual four-wheel steering
Open operator station.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO
independent
Clutch
electric
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
46 inches 116 cm
Weight
494 lbs 224 kg
Front tire
15x6
Rear tire
20x8
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12
References
FST-15 references literature
Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1991, by White
Riding Mowers - Lawn Tractors - Garden Tractors - FR Series published in 1994, by White

Engine

Engine Detail — 465 cc / 28.42 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer
Briggs & Stratton 280000
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement
465 cc 28.42 ci
Bore/Stroke
3.43x3.06 inches 87 x 78 mm
Power (gross)
15 hp 11.2 kW
Rated RPM
3600
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission — CruiseMatic

Transmission
CruiseMatic
Type
belt-driven CVT
Gears
7 forward and reverse
FST-15 CruiseMatic belt-driven CVT speeds

Dimensions

White FST-15 Tires
Lawn/turf front
15x6
Lawn/turf rear
20x8
Dimensions
Wheelbase
46 inches 116 cm
Shipping weight
494 lbs 224 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
42" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
42" Mower deck
Type
mid-mount White
2-blade with manual lift
Cutting width
42 inches 106 cm
Overall width
51 inches 129 cm
Cut height
1 to 4 inch 2 to 10 cm
Cut positions
5

Photos

White FST-15 tractor photo

White FST-15 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for White Lawn Tractors White FST-15 based on its 15 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 FST-15.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.8 hrs

Approximately 3.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3 gal / 11.4 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.8 gal/hr (3 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 FST-15 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for White Lawn Tractors White FST-15.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)15 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)15.2 PS

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