Yard-Man 14843

The Yard-Man 14843 is a tractor produced by Yard Man Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 693 cc 42.33 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse (2-range). Operating weight: 699 lbs 317 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2.5 gal 9.5 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)
Operating Weight
699 lbs 317 kg

Overview

Yard-Man 14843 tractor photo
1984 - 1986 Garden tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Yard-Man (a part of MTD)
Garden tractor
Yard-Man 14843 Engine
18HP Briggs & Stratton 693cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
2.5 gal 9.5 L
Engine details ...
Yard-Man 14843 Transmission
hydrostatic
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Disc brakes
Open operator station.
Tractor hitch
Type
sleeve hitch *Optional. Kit number 19929.
Dimensions & Tires
Weight
699 lbs 317 kg
Front tire
16.00x6.50
Rear tire
23.00x9.50
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12

Engine

Engine Detail — 693 cc / 42.33 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer
Briggs & Stratton 420000
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement
693 cc 42.33 ci
Bore/Stroke
3.44x2.28 inches 87 x 58 mm
Power
18 hp 13.4 kW
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission — infinite forward and reverse (2-range) belt-driven hydrostatic

Type
belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)
14843  belt-driven hydrostatic speeds

Dimensions

Yard-Man 14843 Tires
Lawn/turf front
16.00x6.50
Lawn/turf rear
23.00x9.50
Dimensions
Shipping weight
699 lbs 317 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
44" 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

Yard-Man 14843 tractor photo

Yard-Man 14843 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Yard Man Lawn Tractors Yard-Man 14843 based on its 18 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 Yard Man Lawn Tractors Yard-Man 14843.

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

Yard Man Lawn Tractors Yard-Man 14843 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Yard Man Lawn Tractors Yard-Man 14843.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS

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