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Ford LS55

The Ford LS55 is a garden tractor produced from 1994 to 1995, built by Toro. It features an 18 hp Kohler 624cc 2-cylinder air-cooled V-Twin gasoline engine, a Tuff Torq K61 belt-driven hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and two-wheel drive with manual steering. The tractor has a 49.5 inch wheelbase, weighs 510 lbs, and includes a mid PTO with electro-magnetic clutch. Attachments include various mid-mount mower decks, snowblower, and blade. The LS55 is similar to the Toro/Wheelhorse 269-H model.
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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford LS55

Tires

Rear tire:23x10.50-12
Front tire:16x6.50-8

Engine

Type:gasoline
Model:Kohler CV18
Starter:electric
Cylinders:2-cylinder
Fuel tank:3.9 gal (14.8 L)
Rated RPM:3600
Bore/Stroke:3.03x2.64 inches (77 x 67 mm)
Displacement:624 cc (38.1 ci)
Oil capacity:2 qts (1.9 L)
Configuration:air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin
Power (gross):18 hp (13.4 kW)
Starter volts:12

Variants

9861901:without cruise control
9862543:with cruise control
268-H:similar Wheel Horse model

Dimensions

Width:35.25 inches (89 cm)
Length:69 inches (175 cm)
Weight:510 lbs (231 kg)
Wheelbase:49.5 inches (125 cm)
Front axle:Cast-iron
Ground clearance:7.25 inches (18 cm)
Height (steering wheel):42.4 inches (107 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery CCA:280
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:15
Charging system:alternator

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Mechanical band brakes
Steering:Manual steering
Operator station:Open operator station with adjustable seat.

Production

Type:Garden tractor
Notes:The Ford LS55 is similar to the Toro/Wheelhorse 269-H.
Distributor:Ford
Manufacturer:Toro
Production years:1994 - 1995

Attachments

Details:Attachments advertised for the Ford LS Series yard tractors included a 36-inch rear tiller, grass catcher for the 38-inch deck, and power-flow bagger for the 42 and 48 inch decks.
Overview:38" mid-mount mower deck, 42" mid-mount mower deck, 48" mid-mount mower deck, snowblower, blade

48" Blade

Mount:front-mount
Width:48 inches (121 cm)
Part number:Ford 9861907

38" Mower deck

Width:38 inches (96 cm)
Blades:2-blade
Weight:93.5 lbs (42 kg)
Discharge:right-discharge
Cut height:1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm)
Part number:Ford 9861963

42" Mower deck

Width:42 inches (106 cm)
Blades:3-blade
Weight:115 lbs (52 kg)
Discharge:right-discharge
Cut height:1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm)
Part number:Ford 9861903

48" Mower deck

Width:48 inches (121 cm)
Blades:3-blade
Weight:130 lbs (58 kg)
Discharge:right-discharge
Cut height:1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm)
Part number:Ford

42" Snow blower

Mount:front-mount
Width:42 inches (106 cm)
Part number:Ford 9861908

Transmission

Type:belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears:infinite forward and reverse
Model:Tuff Torq K61
Notes:Foot-pedal controlled hydrostatic transmission with cruise control standard.
Oil capacity:3.5 qts (3.3 L)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Type:Mid PTO
Clutch:electro-magnetic
Operation:independent

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