Yard-Man 14990
The Yard-Man 14990 is a tractor produced by Yard Man Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 531 cc 32.4 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: Eaton. Operating weight: 875 lbs 396 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4.5 gal
17.0 L
Transmission
Eaton
Operating Weight
875 lbs
396 kg
Overview
 | 1977 - 1978
Garden tractor |
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Note: the Yard-Man model 14990 is the same as the MTD 990. The following data is from the 990 listing. |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Yard-Man (a part of MTD) |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Strongsville, Ohio, USA | |
Yard-Man 14990 Engine | |
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16HP Briggs & Stratton 531cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 4.5 gal
17.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Yard-Man 14990 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Mechanical disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 0 OptOptional |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | manual |
Mid PTO Type | pulley |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 49.5 inches
125 cm |
Weight | 875 lbs
396 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
Rear tire | 27x9.50-15 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Note: the Yard-Man model 14990 is the same as the MTD 990. The following data is from the 990 listing. |
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Engine Detail — 531 cc / 32.4 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 326000 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
Displacement | 531 cc
32.4 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.56x3.25 inches
90 x 83 mm |
Power (gross) | 16 hp
11.9 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Note: the Yard-Man model 14990 is the same as the MTD 990. The following data is from the 990 listing. |
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Transmission — Eaton
Transmission | Eaton |
Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
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Dimensions
Note: the Yard-Man model 14990 is the same as the MTD 990. The following data is from the 990 listing. |
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Yard-Man 14990 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 27x9.50-15 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 49.5 inches
125 cm |
Shipping weight | 875 lbs
396 kg |
Attachments
Note: the Yard-Man model 14990 is the same as the MTD 990. The following data is from the 990 listing. |
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Attachment overview | |
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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. |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Yard Man Lawn Tractors Yard-Man 14990 based on its 16 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 Yard Man Lawn Tractors Yard-Man 14990.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.4 hrs
Approximately 5.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4.5 gal / 17 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
Yard Man Lawn Tractors Yard-Man 14990 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Yard Man Lawn Tractors Yard-Man 14990.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)16 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.2 PS
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