Ariens SRM830

The Ariens SRM830 is a riding lawn mower produced from 1981 to 1989 as part of the 927 Series. Built in Brillion, Wisconsin, USA, it originally sold for $800 in 1981. It features two engine options: an 8HP Tecumseh 318cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine and an 8HP Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine, both air-cooled vertical-shaft types with manual recoil starters. The mower uses a Disc-O-Matic 6-speed fiction disc transmission with 6 forward and 1 reverse gear. It has two-wheel drive, manual steering, mechanical band brakes, and an open operator station. The power take-off (PTO) is a mid PTO, independent type with an idler pulley clutch. Dimensions include a 45.5 inch (115 cm) wheelbase, 62.5 inch (158 cm) length, 39 inch (99 cm) height at the steering wheel, and a shipping weight of 375 lbs (170 kg). Tires are 10.50x3.50 front and 4.80x4.00x8 rear. Attachments include a 30 inch (76 cm) mid-mount Ariens mower deck with a single blade and manual lift, offering a cutting height range of 1.5 to 4.5 inches (3 to 11 cm). Variants include models 927017 with Tecumseh engine and 927027 with Briggs engine.