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Gravely 8161

The Gravely 8161 is a garden tractor introduced in 1978 as part of the 8000 Series. It features a 16 hp Briggs & Stratton 531cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine with electric start and a shaft-driven 8-speed transmission with 4 reverse speeds. The tractor has two-wheel drive, manual steering, mechanical band brakes, and an open operator station. It includes a hydraulic lift system with open center hydraulics, a mid independent PTO with mechanical clutch, and a fuel capacity of 5.3 gallons. Dimensions include a 48 inch wheelbase, 75.5 inch length, and 870 lbs shipping weight. Tires are lawn/turf type with 16x7.50-8 front and 23x10.50-12 rear sizes. Electrical system uses a 12 volt battery with flywheel alternator charging.
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Power16 hp
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Model8161

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Gravely 8161

Power

Power (gross):16 hp (11.9 kW)

Engine

Type:gasoline
Model:Briggs & Stratton 326437
Cooling:air-cooled horizontal-shaft
Starter:electric
Cylinders:1-cylinder
Bore/Stroke:3.25x3.56 inches (83 x 90 mm)
Displacement:531 cc (32.4 ci)
Oil capacity:2 qts (1.9 L)
Power (gross):16 hp (11.9 kW)
Starter volts:12

Capacity

Fuel:5.3 gal (20.1 L)
Hydraulic system:0.375 gal (1.4 L)

Variants

8160:mechanical lift
8161:hydraulic lift

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery AH:42
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:3
Charging system:flywheel alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Capacity:0.375 gal (1.4 L)
Pressure:1200 psi (82.7 bar)
Pump flow:1.7 gpm (6.4 lpm)

Production

Type:Garden tractor
Series:8000 Series
Manufacturer:Gravely
Year introduced:1978

Transmission

Type:shaft-driven gear
Gears:8 forward and 4 reverse
Details:Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high) with directional control lever (forward/reverse). Reverse speeds are the same in high or low range.

Drive and brakes

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

Dimensions & Tires

Width:36.375 inches (92 cm)
Height:43 inches (109 cm)
Length:75.5 inches (191 cm)
Rear tire:23x10.50-12
Wheelbase:48 inches (121 cm)
Front tire:16x7.50-8
Shipping weight:870 lbs (394 kg)
Ground clearance:7 inches (17 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:mechanical
Mid PTO:independent

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