Ariens Fairway 6

The Ariens Fairway 6 is a riding lawn mower produced from 1969 to 1971. It features a 6 hp Lauson 1-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine with manual recoil start and optional electric start. The transmission is a Disc-O-Matic 4-speed friction disk with 4 forward and 1 reverse gear. It has two-wheel drive, manual steering, mechanical band brakes, and an open operator station. The mower includes a 26-inch mid-mount mower deck with a single blade and adjustable cut height from 1.5 to 3.25 inches. Dimensions include a 46.5 inch wheelbase, 63 inch length, 24 inch width, and 36 inch height at the steering wheel, with a shipping weight of 298 lbs. Tires are lawn/turf type, sized 4.10x3.50-4 front and 13x5.00-6 rear. The PTO is a mid independent type with a mechanical idler clutch. Electrical system uses a 12 volt battery with negative ground.