The Ariens S-16 is a garden tractor produced from 1973 to 1975 by Ariens in Brillion, Wisconsin, USA. It features a 16 horsepower Kohler K341S 588cc 1-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine with an electric starter. The tractor uses a Vickers shaft-driven hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds. It has two-wheel drive with manual steering and parking pawl brakes. The open operator station provides ease of use. The tractor includes optional rear PTO and an independent front PTO with electric clutch. Dimensions include a 48 inch wheelbase, 74.25 inch length, 43 inch width, and 47.75 inch height at the steering wheel, weighing 745 lbs. Tires are 16-6.50x8 front and 23x10.50x12 rear. Attachments available include 42 and 48 inch mid-mount mower decks, a 54 inch front-mount blade, and a 48 inch dual-stage front-mount snow blower. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground.
Detailed specifications and technical data for Ariens S-16 931003
Engine
Type:gasoline
Model:Kohler K341S
Cooling:air-cooled horizontal-shaft
Starter:electric
Cylinders:1-cylinder
Fuel tank:4.75 gal (18.0 L)
Bore/Stroke:3.75x3.25 inches (95 x 83 mm)
Displacement:588 cc (35.90 ci)
Oil capacity:2 qts (1.9 L)
Power (gross):16 hp (11.9 kW)
Starter volts:12
Electrical
Ground:negative
Battery volts:12
Production
Years:1973 - 1975
Series:S Series
Built in:Brillion, Wisconsin, USA
Category:Garden tractor
References
Books:Garden Tractors published in 1975, by Ariens
Manuals:931000 Series Parts and Repair Manual (PRM 31000) published in 1975
Attachments
Note:Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments.