Bolens lawn tractors
Bolens H18XL 1858
The Bolens H18XL 1858 is a garden tractor produced from 1980 to 1981 as part of the Medium Frame Series. It features an 18 hp Tecumseh OH180 491cc 1-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine with a hydrostatic Eaton 11 transmission offering infinite forward and reverse speeds. The tractor has a wheelbase of 49 inches, weighs 785 lbs, and uses lawn/turf tires sized 16/6.50-8 front and 23/10.50-12 rear. It includes manual steering, disc brakes, and an open operator station. Optional sleeve hitch is available. 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.
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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Bolens H18XL 1858
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Tecumseh OH180 |
| Cooling | air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 1-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 1.6 gal (6.1 L) |
| Rated RPM | 3600 |
| Sparkplug | Champion RL85 |
| Air cleaner | dry with foam precleaner |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.625x2.875 inches (92 x 73 mm) |
| Displacement | 491 cc (30 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 1.5 qts (1.4 L) |
| Power (gross) | 18 hp (13.4 kW) |
| Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches (0.762 mm) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Overview
| Series | Medium Frame Series |
|---|---|
| Category | Garden tractor |
| Production years | 1980 - 1981 |
Dimensions
| Width | 36.25 inches (92 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 44 inches (111 cm) |
| Length | 70.75 inches (179 cm) |
| Weight | 785 lbs (356 kg) |
| Rear tire | 23/10.50-12 |
| Wheelbase | 49 inches (124 cm) |
| Front tire | 16/6.50-8 |
| Ground clearance | 7 inches (17 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
Mechanical
| Brakes | Disc brakes |
|---|---|
| Steering | manual |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
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 | hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
| Model | Eaton 11 |
| Oil type | SAE 20, SAE 30 |
| Oil capacity | 8 qts (7.6 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Type | sleeve hitch (optional) |
|---|
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | electric |
|---|---|
| Front PTO | independent |