White GT-185
The White GT-185 is a tractor produced by White Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear. Operating weight: 735 lbs 333 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2.5 gal
9.5 L
Transmission
Hydro-Gear
Operating Weight
735 lbs
333 kg
Overview
 | 1992 - 1997
GT SeriesGarden tractor
GT Series
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | White (a part of MTD) |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Willard, Ohio, USA | |
Variants | |
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GT-180 | CVT |
GT-185 | hydrostatic |
White GT-185 Engine | |
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18HP Vanguard 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2.5 gal
9.5 L |
Engine details ...  | |
White GT-185 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Disc brakes | |
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 |
Mid PTO Type | pulley |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 46 inches
116 cm |
Weight | 735 lbs
333 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.5 |
Rear tire | 22x9.5 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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 | |
Owner's Guide GT-185 GT-205 (770-0415) published in 1997 | |
Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1991, by White | |
Tractors - Lawn Mower - Tillers - Chipper/Shredders - Edgers - Multi-Vacs published in 1994, by White | |
Riding Mowers - Lawn Tractors - Garden Tractors - FR Series published in 1994, by White | |
Outdoor Power published in 1995, by White | |
Outdoor Power published in 1996, by White | |
Lawn Tractors - Garden Tractors - FR Series published in 1996, by White | |
Lawn Tractors - Garden Tractors - Zero-Turn Mowers published in 1997, by White |
Engine
Engine Detail — Gasoline
Manufacturer | Vanguard |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
The White GT-185 used a Briggs Intek engine for the final year of production. | |
Power (gross) | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
White GT-185 Engine | |
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Transmission
Transmission — Hydro-Gear
Transmission | Hydro-Gear |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Dimensions
White GT-185 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.5 |
Lawn/turf rear | 22x9.5 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 46 inches
116 cm |
Shipping weight | 735 lbs
333 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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46" 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. |
46" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount White |
3-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 46 inches
116 cm |
Photos
White GT-185
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for White Lawn Tractors White GT-185 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 White Lawn Tractors White GT-185.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.7 hrs
Approximately 2.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2.5 gal / 9.5 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 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 GT-185 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for White Lawn Tractors White GT-185.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS
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