Ford LGT-165
The Ford LGT-165 is a garden tractor built by Jacobsen and distributed by Ford from 1972 to 1983. It features a 16 hp Kohler 588cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine, shaft-driven hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and two-wheel drive. The tractor has manual steering, integral mechanical band brakes, and an open operator station with an optional all-weather cab. It is equipped with optional rear sleeve hitch and PTO with electric clutch. The LGT-165 supports various attachments including mower decks, snow blowers, blades, loaders, and backhoes. It was built in Racine, Wisconsin, USA.
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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford LGT-165
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
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| Model | Kohler K341AQS |
| Cooling | air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
| Cylinders | 1-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 2 gal (7.6 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.75x3.25 inches (95 x 83 mm) |
| Displacement | 588 cc (35.89 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 2.25 qts (2.1 L) |
| Power (gross) | 16 hp (11.9 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Variants
| GT-16 | similar Jacobsen model |
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Dimensions
| Width | 42 inches (106 cm) |
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| Length | 71.5 inches (181 cm) |
| Weight | 853 lbs (386 kg) |
| Rear tire | 23x10.50-12 |
| Wheelbase | 46 inches (116 cm) |
| Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
| Clearance (drawbar) | 8 inches (20 cm) |
| Clearance (rear axle) | 6.6 inches (16 cm) |
| Clearance (front axle) | 9.1 inches (23 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 42 inches (106 cm) |
| Ground clearance (frame) | 14 inches (35 cm) |
| Ground clearance (front mounts) | 5.75 inches (14 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
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| Brakes | Integral mechanical band brakes |
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station. All-weather cab optional. |
Production
| Notes | Garden tractor, Built in Racine, Wisconsin, USA |
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| Distributor | Ford |
| Manufacturer | Jacobsen |
| Production years | 1972 - 1983 |
Attachments
| Loader | 350 lbs lift (full at pin) (158 kg), 20 inches reach (ground) (50 cm), 67 inches height (at pin) (170 cm), 51 inches clearance (dumped) (129 cm), Bucket width: 38 inches (96 cm) and 48 inches (121 cm) |
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| Backhoe | Ford 6ft Backhoe |
| 48" Blade | front-mount, 48 inches width (121 cm), 7 inches lift (17 cm), 2 inches cut (5 cm) |
| 42" Snow blower | 42 inches width (106 cm), single-stage, Total width: 43.75 inches (111 cm), front-mount |
| E.G. & W Loader | 700 lbs lift (full at pin) (317 kg), raise: 5s, Bucket width: 40 inches (101 cm) and 54 inches (137 cm) |
| 42" mid-mount mower deck | 42 inches (106 cm), Total width: 52 inches (132 cm), 3-blade, Cut height: 1.5 to 4.5 inch (3 to 11 cm) |
| 50" mid-mount mower deck | 50 inches (127 cm), Total width: 60 inches (152 cm), 3-blade, Cut height: 1.5 to 4.5 inch (3 to 11 cm) |
| 42" Snow blower (two-stage) | 42 inches width (106 cm), two-stage, Total width: 44 inches (111 cm), front-mount |
Transmission
| Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
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| Gears | infinite forward and reverse (two-range) |
Tractor hitch
| Type | sleeve hitch Optional |
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| Rear Type | 0 Optional |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | electric |
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| Front PTO | independent |
Serial Number Location
| Location | Serial number plate below the dashboard. |
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