White GT-1655 Yard Boss

The White GT-1655 Yard Boss is a tractor produced by White Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 655 cc 40 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: Eaton 11. Operating weight: 669 lbs 303 kg.

Engine Power

Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW

Fuel & Capacities

2.5 gal 9.5 L

Transmission

Eaton 11

Operating Weight

669 lbs 303 kg

Overview

	1980 - 1985 GT SeriesGarden tractor GT Series Garden tractor

Production
Manufacturer	White (a part of MTD)
Garden tractor

White GT-1655 Engine
16HP Briggs & Stratton 655cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	2.5 gal 9.5 L
Engine details ...

White GT-1655 Transmission
hydrostatic
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	0 OptOptional

Power Take-off (PTO)
Front PTO	independent
Clutch	manual
Front PTO Type	pulley

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	51 inches 129 cm
Weight	669 lbs 303 kg
Front tire	16x6.50
Rear tire	27x9.50
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging amps	3 (battery)
Battery volts	12

References

Garden Tractors - Yard Boss GT Series published in 1980, by White*
Instruction Manual GT-1655 GT-1855 (4770-3581) published in 1984
Yard-Boss GT-1655 (432 816) published in 1979
1979 Farm Equipment Line published by White
*Publication contains known errors.

Engine

Engine Detail — 655 cc / 40 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton 401417
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	2-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft opposed-twin
Displacement	655 cc 40 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.44x2.16 inches 87 x 55 mm
Power (gross)	16 hp 11.9 kW
Rated RPM	3500
Torque	25.8 lb-ft 35.0 Nm
Torque RPM	2700
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	1.75 qts 1.7 L
Oil change	25 h

Transmission

Transmission — Eaton 11

Transmission	Eaton 11
Type	shaft-driven hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse (two-range)
Oil type	SAE 20SE
Oil change	200 h
Eaton 11 hydrostatic unit with Peerless 2526 two-speed transaxle.

GT-1655 Transmission Controls

1	Forward/Reverse lever
2	Throttle
3	Brake
4	Parking brake
5	Range shift

Dimensions

White GT-1655 Tires
Lawn/turf front	16x6.50
Lawn/turf rear	27x9.50

Dimensions
Wheelbase	51 inches 129 cm
Height (steering wheel)	44 inches 111 cm
Shipping weight	669 lbs 303 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
42" mid-mount mower deck
50" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments.

Photos

White GT-1655 Yard Boss

White GT-1655 operator station and controls.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for White Lawn Tractors White GT-1655 Yard Boss based on its 16 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
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 White Lawn Tractors White GT-1655 Yard Boss.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3 hrs

Approximately 3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2.5 gal / 9.5 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.8 gal/hr (3.1 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 GT-1655 Yard Boss Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)16 hp

Kilowatts (kW)11.9 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.2 PS

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