The Ariens High Sierra 1848 is a lawn tractor produced from 1996 to 1999 by Ariens in Brillion, Wisconsin, USA. It features an 18 hp Briggs & Stratton 2-cylinder air-cooled V-Twin gasoline engine with an electric starter and a belt-driven hydrostatic Eaton 851 transmission offering infinite forward and reverse speeds. The tractor has manual steering, disc brakes, and an open operator station. It includes a mid PTO with an independent electric clutch. Dimensions include a 48 inch wheelbase, 70 inch length, and 45 inch height at the steering wheel, with a shipping weight of 505 lbs. Tires are sized 15x6.00-6 front and 23x10.50-12 rear. Electrical system has negative ground, 16 amp charging, 290 CCA battery, and 12 volts. Attachments available include a 48 inch mid-mount mower deck, 42 inch front blade, and 40 inch front snow blower.