Hesston H-180 GMT
The Hesston H-180 GMT is a garden tractor produced from 1972 to 1976 as part of the Front Runner Series. It features an 18 hp Kohler K482 2-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine with a 781 cc displacement. The tractor uses a Sundstrand hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds. It has a manual articulated steering with an optional power articulated steering and mechanical disc brakes. The tractor is two-wheel drive and built in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. It has a sleeve hitch with a rear lift capacity of 300 lbs at 711mm behind the rear axle. The front PTO is independent with a mechanical disc clutch. Dimensions include a 41.5 inch wheelbase, 87.25 inch length, 44 inch width, 45 inch height, and a weight of 950 lbs. Tires are 23x10.50-12 front and rear. Electrical system includes a flywheel alternator charging system with 20 amps, 12 volts battery, and 45 AH battery capacity. Attachments available include 48", 60", and 80" front-mount mower decks, a 48" blade, and a 48" snow blower.
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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Hesston H-180 GMT
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Kohler K482 |
| Power | 18 hp (13.4 kW) |
| Cooling | air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 2-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 4 gal (15.1 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.25x2.875 inches (83 x 73 mm) |
| Displacement | 781 cc (47.7 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 3 qts (2.8 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Overview
| Series | Front Runner Series |
|---|---|
| Built in | Indianapolis, Indiana, USA |
| Category | Garden tractor |
| Original price | $2,325 in 1972 |
| Production years | 1972 - 1976 |
Electrical
| Battery AH | 45 |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 20 |
| Charging system | flywheel alternator |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Mechanical disc brakes |
| Steering | manual articulated |
| Optional steering | articulated power |
Attachments
| 48" Blade | Hesston D48, front-mount, 48 inches width (121 cm), weight 66 lbs (29 kg) |
|---|---|
| 48" Snow blower | Hesston TS48, 48 inches width (121 cm), front-mount |
| 48" front-mount mower deck | Hesston FM304, 48 inches (121 cm) width, total width 55.5 inches (140 cm), 3-blade, right-discharge, cut height 1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm), weight 165 lbs (74 kg) |
| 60" front-mount mower deck | Hesston FM305, 60 inches (152 cm) width, total width 69 inches (175 cm), 3-blade, right-discharge, cut height 1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm), weight 216 lbs (97 kg) |
| 80" front-mount mower deck | Hesston FM580, 80 inches (203 cm) width, 5-blade, cut height 1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
| Manufacturer | Sundstrand |
| Oil capacity | 5 qts (4.7 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Type | sleeve hitch |
|---|---|
| Rear lift capacity | 300 lbs (136 kg) at 711mm behind the rear axle |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 44 inches (111 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 45 inches (114 cm) |
| Length | 87.25 inches (221 cm) |
| Weight | 950 lbs (430 kg) |
| Rear tire | 23x10.50-12 |
| Wheelbase | 41.5 inches (105 cm) |
| Front tire | 23x10.50-12 |
| Rear tread | 33.5 inches (85 cm) |
| Front tread | 33.5 inches (85 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | mechanical disc |
|---|---|
| Front PTO | independent |
