Colt lawn tractors
Colt 9
The Colt 9 is a garden tractor manufactured by Colt from 1963 to 1964 in Winneconne, Wisconsin, USA. It features a 9.5 horsepower Kohler 391cc single-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine with electric start and oil bath air cleaner. The tractor uses a Colt-A-Matic hydraulic drive transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds in two ranges. It has two-wheel drive, manual steering, hydraulic drum brakes, and an open operator station. Dimensions include a 46.5 inch wheelbase, 65.75 inch length, and 33 inch width, with a shipping weight of 620 lbs. Tires are 4.80x8 front and 6x12 rear, with an additional 8x12 rear tire option. Electrical system is 12 volts negative ground with a 42 AH battery. Attachments available include 38" and 44" mid-mount mower decks, a 36" snowblower, and a 44" front-mount blade.
Power9 hp
Founded38/44" deck
Model9
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Colt 9
Engine
| Type | 9.5HP Kohler 391cc 1-cyl gasoline |
|---|---|
| Cooling | air-cooled |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 1-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 1.25 gal (4.7 L) |
| Fuel type | gasoline |
| Air cleaner | oil bath |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.25x2.875 inches (83 x 73 mm) |
| Displacement | 391 cc (23.9 ci) |
| Manufacturer | Kohler |
| Oil capacity | 2.5 qts (2.4 L) |
| Power (gross) | 9.5 hp (7.1 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Chassis
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Hydraulic drum brakes |
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery AH | 42 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
Production
| Built in | Winneconne, Wisconsin, USA |
|---|---|
| Years made | 1963 - 1964 |
Attachments
| 44" Blade | Colt, front-mount, 44 inches width (111 cm), manual-lift, manual-angle |
|---|---|
| 38" Mower deck | Colt C-38, 38 inches (96 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, left-discharge |
| 44" Mower deck | Colt C-44, 44 inches (111 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, left-discharge |
| 36" Snow blower | Colt, 36 inches width (91 cm), single-stage, front-mount, manual-lift |
| Attachment overview | 38" mid-mount mower deck, 44" mid-mount mower deck, Snowblower, Blade, Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. |
Transmission
| Name | Colt-A-Matic |
|---|---|
| Type | hydraulic drive |
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
| Oil capacity | 11 qts (10.4 L) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 33 inches (83 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 65.75 inches (167 cm) |
| Rear tire | 6x12 |
| Wheelbase | 46.5 inches (118 cm) |
| Front axle | Cast-iron |
| Front tire | 4.80x8 |
| Rear tread | 27 inches (68 cm) |
| Front tread | 27 inches (68 cm) |
| Height (hood) | 30.8 inches (78 cm) |
| Shipping weight | 620 lbs (281 kg) |
| Additional rear tire | 8x12 |
| Clearance (rear axle) | 7 inches (17 cm) |
| Clearance (front axle) | 10.4 inches (26 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 35.5 inches (90 cm) |