Ford lawn tractors

Ford T-800 53055

The Ford T-800 is a garden tractor introduced in 1965, built by Jacobsen and distributed by Ford. It features an 8 hp Kohler K181S 305cc 1-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine, a 6-speed belt-driven gear transmission with 2 reverse speeds, and two-wheel drive with manual steering and mechanical band brakes. The tractor has an open operator station and weighs 465 lbs (210 kg). It includes a 36" mid-mount mower deck, snowblower, and blade attachments. Tires are lawn/turf type with front sizes 4.80-8 and 6.50-8, and rear sizes 6-12 and 8-12. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground.

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford T-800 53055

Tires

Lawn/turf rear	6-12, 8-12
Lawn/turf front	4.80-8, 6.50-8

Engine

Type	gasoline
Model	Kohler K181S
Power	8 hp (6.0 kW)
Cooling	air-cooled
Starter	electric
Cylinders	1-cylinder
Fuel tank	1.25 gal (4.7 L)
Air cleaner	dry
Bore/Stroke	2.9375x2.75 inches (75 x 70 mm)
Fuel system	carburetor
Displacement	305 cc (18.64 ci)
Oil capacity	1.25 qts (1.2 L)
Starter volts	12

Dimensions

Width	33 inches (83 cm)
Length	61 inches (154 cm)
Weight	465 lbs (210 kg)
Wheelbase	42 inches (106 cm)
Height (hood)	34.5 inches (87 cm)
Clearance (rear axle)	7 inches (17 cm)
Clearance (front axle)	8.75 inches (22 cm)
Height (steering wheel)	38 inches (96 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

Mechanical

Drive	Two-wheel drive
Brakes	Mechanical band brakes
Steering	Manual steering
Operator station	Open operator station

Production

Type	Garden tractor
Distributor	Ford
Manufacturer	Jacobsen
Year introduced	1965

Attachments

Note	Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments.
Blade	front-mount, Ford
Snowblower	front-mount, 36 inches width (91 cm)
36" mid-mount mower deck	mid-mount Ford, 2-blade with manual lift, Cutting width 36 inches (91 cm)

Transmission