The Ariens S-8H is a lawn tractor produced from 1974 to 1978 as part of the S Series. It features an 8 hp Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine with electric start and a belt-driven hydrostatic Eaton transmission offering infinite forward and reverse speeds. The tractor has manual steering and an open operator station. It includes an independent front PTO with a mechanical pulley clutch. Dimensions include a 43 inch wheelbase, 62 inch length, 34 inch width, and 39.5 inch height at the steering wheel, weighing 450 lbs. Tires are sized 15x6.00-6 front and 20x8.00-10 rear. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground. Attachments available include a 36 inch mid-mount mower deck, a 36 inch single-stage front-mount snowblower, and a 42 inch front-mount blade. The S-8H was built in Brillion, Wisconsin, USA.