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Ford GT-85

Ford GT-85 tractor
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The Ford GT-85 is a garden tractor produced from 1992 to 1997 as part of the GT Series. It was built by Shibaura and distributed by Ford. It features an 18 hp Kohler M18 691cc 2-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine, a shaft-driven hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and two-wheel drive. The tractor offers manual or optional power steering, disc brakes, and an open operator station. It supports various attachments including mid-mount mower decks, a blade, and a snowblower. The GT-85 is part of a series including the GT-75 and GT-95 models.
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Power8 hp
Founded34" deck
ModelGT-85

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford GT-85

Engine

Type:gasoline
Model:Kohler M18
Cooling:air-cooled horizontal-shaft
Cylinders:2-cylinder
Fuel tank:4.2 gal (15.9 L)
Air cleaner:dry
Bore/Stroke:3.12x2.75 inches (79 x 70 mm)
Displacement:691 cc (42.18 ci)
Oil capacity:2.9 qts (2.7 L)
Power (gross):18 hp (13.4 kW)
Starter volts:12

Dimensions

Width:39 inches (99 cm)
Length:74.5 inches (189 cm)
Rear tire:23x10.50-12
Wheelbase:49.8 inches (126 cm)
Front tire:16x6.50-8
Shipping weight:1050 lbs (476 kg)
Ground clearance:6.2 inches (15 cm)
Height (steering wheel):45 inches (114 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery CCA:332
Battery volts:12
Charging system:alternator

Production

Type:Garden tractor
Series:GT Series
Built by:Shibaura
Distributor:Ford
Manufacturer:Shibaura
Years produced:1992 - 1997

Attachments

Note:Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments.
46" Blade:front-mount, 46 inches width (116 cm)
42" Snow blower:front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm)
44" mid-mount mower deck:44 inches (111 cm), total width 56.3 inches (143 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, cut height 1 to 4.25 inch (2 to 10 cm), 178 lbs (80 kg)
48" mid-mount mower deck:48 inches (121 cm), total width 60.3 inches (153 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, cut height 1 to 4.5 inch (2 to 11 cm), 190 lbs (86 kg)
60" mid-mount mower deck:60 inches (152 cm), total width 72.4 inches (183 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, cut height 1.375 to 4.375 inch (3 to 11 cm), 311 lbs (141 kg)

Transmission

Type:shaft-driven hydrostatic
Gears:infinite forward and reverse (2-range)
Oil capacity:9.1 qts (8.6 L), 10.1 qts (9.6 L) with power steering

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:0 (optional)

Steering and Brakes

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Disc brakes
Steering:manual, power (optional)
Operator station:Open operator station

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:manual idler pulley
Mid PTO:independent
Rear PTO:optional
Front PTO:independent

Related Models

Ford GT-75

Model:GT-75

Ford GT-95

Model:GT-95