Bolens 1468
The Bolens 1468 is a garden tractor produced from 1990 to 1993 as part of the Medium Frame Series. It features a 14 hp Vanguard 480cc 2-cylinder gasoline engine with an air-cooled horizontal-shaft V-Twin configuration. The tractor has a 4-speed gear transmission by Peerless with 4 forward and 1 reverse gears. It has a wheelbase of 49 inches, weighs 703 lbs, and uses lawn/turf tires sized 16/6.50-8 front and 23/8.50-12 rear. The tractor includes manual steering, disc brakes, an open operator station, and an optional sleeve hitch. The front PTO is independent with an electric clutch. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground. Attachments include 42" and 48" mid-mount mower decks, a 38" single-stage front-mount snowblower, and a 42" front-mount blade.
Power14 hp
Founded42/48" deck
Model1468
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Bolens 1468
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Vanguard 290447 |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 2-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 3.5 gal (13.2 L) |
| Rated RPM | 3600 |
| Sparkplug | Champion J-8 |
| Air cleaner | dry with foam precleaner |
| Bore/Stroke | 2.68x2.60 inches (68 x 66 mm) |
| Displacement | 480 cc (29.3 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 1.75 qts (1.7 L) |
| Configuration | air-cooled horizontal-shaft V-Twin |
| Power (gross) | 14 hp (10.4 kW) |
| Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches (0.762 mm) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Overview
| Series | Medium Frame Series |
|---|---|
| Category | Garden tractor |
| Production years | 1990 - 1993 |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
Mechanical
| Brakes | Disc brakes |
|---|---|
| Steering | manual |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Attachments
| Note | Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. |
|---|---|
| Blade | 42 inches width (106 cm), front-mount |
| Snowblower | 38 inches width (96 cm), single-stage, front-mount |
| 42" mid-mount mower deck | 42 inches (106 cm), 3-blade |
| 48" mid-mount mower deck | 48 inches (121 cm), 3-blade |
Transmission
| Type | gear |
|---|---|
| Brand | Peerless |
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
| Oil type | EP 90 Gear Lube |
| Oil capacity | 1.5 qts (1.4 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Type | sleeve hitch (optional) |
|---|
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 36.25 inches (92 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 44 inches (111 cm) |
| Length | 70.75 inches (179 cm) |
| Weight | 703 lbs (318 kg) |
| Rear tire | 23/8.50-12 |
| Wheelbase | 49 inches (124 cm) |
| Front tire | 16/6.50-8 |
| Ground clearance | 7 inches (17 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | electric |
|---|---|
| Front PTO | independent |
