Bolens lawn tractors

Bolens FS-11 940

The Bolens FS-11 940 is an articulated front-mount mower produced from 1980 to 1981 as part of the Frame Steer Series. It features an 11 hp Briggs & Stratton 399cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine, a 5-speed gear transmission with 5 forward and 1 reverse gears, and two-wheel drive with manual articulated steering. The tractor has a weight of 443 lbs (200 kg) and uses 16x6.50-8 lawn/turf tires front and rear. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery with 19 AH capacity and negative ground. Attachments include a 40" front-mount mower deck, a 32" snowblower, and a 32" blade, all front-mount. The 940 model was succeeded by the Bolens FS-11 942 produced from 1982 to 1984.

Power11 hp

Founded40" deck

Model940

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Bolens FS-11 940

Power

Power	11 hp (8.2 kW)

Tires

Lawn/turf rear	16x6.50-8
Lawn/turf front	16x6.50-8

Engine

Type	gasoline
Model	Briggs & Stratton 252707
Power	11 hp (8.2 kW)
Cooling	air-cooled vertical-shaft
Starter	electric
Cylinders	1-cylinder
Bore/Stroke	3.4375x2.625 inches (87 x 67 mm)
Displacement	399 cc (24.4 ci)
Starter volts	12

Dimensions

Width	43 inches (109 cm)
Length	83 inches (210 cm)
Weight	443 lbs (200 kg)
Height (steering wheel)	42.5 inches (107 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery AH	19
Battery volts	12

Production

Type	Articulated front-mount mower
Series	Frame Steer Series
Manufacturer	Bolens
Years produced	1980 - 1981

Attachments

Blade	32 inches width (81 cm), front-mount
Snowblower	32 inches width (81 cm), front-mount
40" front-mount mower deck	40 inches cutting width (101 cm), 3-blade, cut height 1.25 to 2.75 inch (3 to 6 cm)

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