Woods 1855
The Woods 1855 is a tractor produced by Woods Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 691 cc 42.18 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4 gal
15.1 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse
Overview
 | 1987 - 1988
Front-mount mowerGrasshopper built
Front-mount mower
Grasshopper built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Woods |
Manufacturer | Grasshopper |
Front-mount mower | |
Woods 1855 Engine | |
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18HP Kohler 691cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 4 gal
15.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Woods 1855 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Front tire | 20x10.00-8 |
Rear tire | 13x5.00-6 |
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Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 3 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 691 cc / 42.18 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler M18QS |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
Displacement | 691 cc
42.18 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.125x2.75 inches
79 x 70 mm |
Power (gross) | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse hydrostatic
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
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Dimensions
Woods 1855 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 20x10.00-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 13x5.00-6 |
Dimensions |
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Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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44" front-mount mower deck | |
52" front-mount mower deck | |
61" front-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Woods Lawn Tractors Woods 1855 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 Woods Lawn Tractors Woods 1855.
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
Woods Lawn Tractors Woods 1855 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Woods Lawn Tractors Woods 1855.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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Engine Power:Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
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