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Bolens Groundskeeper 960

Bolens Groundskeeper 960 tractor
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The Bolens Groundskeeper 960 is an articulated front-mount mower produced from 1966 to 1975. It features an 18 hp Wisconsin THD 2-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine with 883 cc displacement. The transmission is a Clark 6-speed gear type with 6 forward and 2 reverse gears. The tractor has two-wheel drive with articulated power steering and mechanical shoe brakes. It offers an open operator station with an optional Stolper cab and heater. The front PTO is independent and runs at 1000 rpm. The tractor weighs 1530 lbs and has various tire sizes for lawn/turf use. Attachments include a 72-inch front-mount mower deck, a 54-inch blade, and a 48-inch snow blower, all with hydraulic lift and other features.
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Power18 hp
Founded72" deck
Model960

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Bolens Groundskeeper 960

Engine

Type:gasoline
Model:Wisconsin THD
Power:18 hp (13.4 kW)
Torque:34.1 lb-ft (46.2 Nm)
Cooling:air-cooled horizontal-shaft
Cylinders:2-cylinder
Rated RPM:3200
Torque RPM:1950
Bore/Stroke:3.25x3.25 inches (83 x 83 mm)
Displacement:883 cc (53.9 ci)
Starter type:electric

Overview

Description:Articulated front-mount mower
Production years:1966 - 1975

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12
Charging system:generator

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Mechanical shoe brakes
Steering:Articulated power steering
Operator station:Open operator station. Optional Stolper cab with available heater.

References

Books:Husky Tractors published in 1969, by Bolens; GK published in 1966, by Bolens; GK published by Bolens

Attachments

Overview:72" front-mount mower deck, Snowblower, Blade
54" Blade:Bolens 19603, front-mount, 54 inches width (137 cm), 20 inches height (50 cm), 275 lbs (124 kg), hydraulic-lift, hydraulic-angle
72" Mower deck:front-mount Bolens 19601, 4-blade with hydraulic lift, Cutting width 72 inches (182 cm), Weight 460 lbs (208 kg), Cut height 1.5 to 5 inch (3 to 12 cm)
48" Snow blower:Bolens Snow Caster 19602, 48 inches width (121 cm), two-stage, Clear height 28 inches (71 cm), front-mount, hydraulic-lift, 500 lbs (226 kg)

Transmission

Type:gear
Gears:6 forward and 2 reverse
Description:Three gears, plus reverse, in two ranges.
Manufacturer:Clark

Dimensions & Tires

Width:40 inches (101 cm)
Length:102 inches (259 cm)
Weight:1530 lbs (694 kg)
Rear tire:27x8.50-15, 26x12-12
Front tire:27x8.50-15, 26x12-12
Rear tread:31.5/36/51 inches (80/91/129 cm)
Front tread:31.5 inches (80 cm)
Height (cab):74 inches (187 cm)
Height (steering wheel):50 inches (127 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

PTO:Front PTO
PTO type:independent
PTO speed:1000