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Ariens RM830

The Ariens RM830 is a riding lawn mower produced from 1981 to 1995 as part of the 927 Series. Built in Brillion, Wisconsin, USA, it features a two-wheel drive with manual steering and mechanical band brakes. It offers several engine options including 8HP Tecumseh and Briggs & Stratton engines. The mower has a 6-speed friction disc transmission with 6 forward and 1 reverse gear. It includes a mid PTO with an independent clutch and idler pulley. Dimensions include a 45.5 inch wheelbase, 62.5 inch length, and 39 inch height at the steering wheel, weighing 375 lbs. Attachments include a 30 inch mid-mount mower deck and a 40 inch front-mount blade. Electrical system uses a 12 volt battery with negative ground.
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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ariens RM830

Engine

Fuel tank:0.75 gal / 2.8 L
Tecumseh VM80:gasoline, 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft, Displacement 305 cc / 18.65 ci, Bore/Stroke 3.0625x2.513 inches / 78 x 64 mm, Power (gross) 8 hp / 6.0 kW, Starter type manual recoil
Engine options:8HP Tecumseh 305cc 1-cyl gasoline, 8HP Tecumseh 318cc 1-cyl gasoline, 8HP Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cyl
Tecumseh TVM195:gasoline, 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft, Displacement 318 cc / 19.43 ci, Bore/Stroke 3.125x2.561 inches / 79 x 65 mm, Power 8 hp / 6.0 kW, Starter manual recoil or electric optional, Starter volts 12
Briggs & Stratton 190707:1-cylinder, vertical-shaft, Displacement 318 cc / 19.44 ci, Bore/Stroke 3.00x2.75 inches / 76 x 70 mm, Power 8 hp / 6.0 kW, Starter type electric

Overview

Series:927 Series
Built in:Brillion, Wisconsin, USA
Category:Riding lawn mower
Original price:$1,454 in 1985
Production years:1981 - 1995

Variants

92710:Tecumseh VM80 recoil
927004:Briggs 19 electric
927011:Briggs 19 electric
927024:Tecumseh TVM195 recoil
927025:Briggs 19 electric
927029:Tecumseh TVM195 electric
927037:Tecumseh TVXL195 electric

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Mechanical band brakes
Steering:Manual steering
Operator station:Open operator station

References

Books:Riding Mowers published in 1980, by Ariens; Mowers - Tractors - Tillers published in 1987, by Ariens; Tractors published in 1988, by Ariens

Attachments

40" Blade:Ariens front-mount, 40 inches width / 101 cm
30" mid-mount mower deck:Type mid-mount Ariens, 1-blade with manual lift, Cutting width 30 inches / 76 cm, Cut height 1.5 to 4.5 inch / 3 to 11 cm

Transmission

Type:friction disc
Gears:6 forward and 1 reverse
Transmission:Disc-O-Matic

Dimensions & Tires

Length:62.5 inches / 158 cm
Weight:375 lbs / 170 kg
Rear tire:16-6.50x8
Wheelbase:45.5 inches / 115 cm
Front tire:4.10-3.50x4
Height (steering wheel):39 inches / 99 cm

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:idler pulley
PTO type:independent
PTO location:Mid PTO