White LT 542G

The White LT 542G is a tractor produced by White Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 18.5 hp / 13.8 kW. Transmission: CruiseMatic. Operating weight: 520 lbs 235 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 18.5 hp / 13.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1.5 gal 5.7 L
Transmission
CruiseMatic
Operating Weight
520 lbs 235 kg

Overview

White LT 542G tractor photo
2005 - 2007 Lawn tractor
Production
Manufacturer
White (a part of MTD)
Lawn tractor
Original price
$1,300 (2007)
White LT 542G Engine
18.5HP Techumseh 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
1.5 gal 5.7 L
Engine details ...
White LT 542G Transmission
7-speed CVT
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering
manual, gear segment
Disc brakes
Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO
manual
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
46 inches 116 cm
Weight
520 lbs 235 kg
Front tire
15x6
Rear tire
20x8
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging amps
5
Battery CCA
190
Battery volts
12

Engine

Engine Detail — Gasoline

Manufacturer
Techumseh
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
1-cylinder, air-cooled
Power
18.5 hp 13.8 kW
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
1.9 qts 1.8 L

Transmission

Transmission — CruiseMatic

Transmission
CruiseMatic
Type
belt-driven CVT
Gears
7 forward and reverse
Oil capacity
0.6 qts 0.6 L

Dimensions

White LT 542G Tires
Lawn/turf front
15x6
Lawn/turf rear
20x8
Dimensions
Wheelbase
46 inches 116 cm
Length
68 inches 172 cm
Weight
520 lbs 235 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
42" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
42" Mower deck
Type
mid-mount White
Cutting width
42 inches 106 cm

Photos

White LT 542G

White LT 542G

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for White Lawn Tractors White LT 542G based on its 18.5 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 LT 542G.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.6 hrs

Approximately 1.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (1.5 gal / 5.7 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1 gal/hr (3.6 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 LT 542G Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for White Lawn Tractors White LT 542G.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)18.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.8 PS

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