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Homelite T-8

Homelite T-8 tractor
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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
Front tire:5.30/4.50-6

Engine

Type:gasoline
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)
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
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:3

Mechanical

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

Production

Type:Garden tractor
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. TractorData does not list details of these attachments.
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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