Homelite lawn tractors
Homelite T-8
The Homelite T-8 is a garden tractor produced from 1972 to 1976, built by Allis-Chalmers and distributed by Homelite (a part of Textron). It features an 8 hp Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine, a 3-speed gear transmission, and two-wheel drive with manual steering and mechanical band brakes. The tractor has a wheelbase of 39.75 inches, weighs 480 lbs, and uses lawn/turf tires sized 5.30/4.50-6 front and 18x9.50-8 rear. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery with negative ground and 3 amps charging. Attachments available include 32" and 36" mid-mount mower decks, a snowblower, and a blade, all front or mid-mount. Original prices ranged from $760 in 1973 to $999 in 1975.
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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Homelite T-8
Tires
| Rear tire | 18x9.50-8 |
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| Front tire | 5.30/4.50-6 |
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
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| Model | Briggs & Stratton 191707 |
| Cooling | air-cooled vertical-shaft |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 1-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 0.75 gal (2.8 L) |
| Air cleaner | oiled foam |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.00x2.75 inches (76 x 70 mm) |
| Displacement | 318 cc (19.44 ci) |
| Power (gross) | 8 hp (6.0 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Oil change interval | 25 h |
Dimensions
| Width | 31.5 inches (80 cm) |
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| Length | 56 inches (142 cm) |
| Weight | 480 lbs (217 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 39.75 inches (100 cm) |
| Rear tread | 22.5 inches (57 cm) |
| Front tread | 25.5 inches (64 cm) |
| Height (hood) | 31 inches (78 cm) |
| Clearance (rear axle) | 3.75 inches (9 cm) |
| Clearance (front axle) | 9.5 inches (24 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 34 inches (86 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 3 |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
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| Brakes | Mechnical band brakes |
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Garden tractor |
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| Built by | Allis-Chalmers |
| Distributor | Homelite (a part of Textron) |
| Manufacturer | Allis-Chalmers |
| Original price | $760 (1973 ), $999 (1975 ) |
| Years produced | 1972 - 1976 |
Attachments
| Note | Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. |
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| Blade | Homelite, 42 inches width (106 cm), front-mount |
| Snowblower | Homelite, 32 inches width (81 cm), front-mount |
| 32" mid-mount mower deck | Homelite, 32 inches (81 cm), manual lift |
| 36" mid-mount mower deck | Homelite, 36 inches (91 cm), manual lift |
Transmission
| Type | 3-speed gear |
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