Jacobsen lawn tractors

Jacobsen GT-12H 53275

The Jacobsen GT-12H is a garden tractor produced from 1972 to 1976 by Jacobsen in Racine, Wisconsin, USA. It features a 12 hp Kohler 476cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine with air-cooled horizontal shaft, hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and two-wheel drive. The tractor has manual steering, mechanical band brakes, and an open operator station with an optional vinyl weather cab. It includes an independent front PTO with electric clutch and pulley type. Dimensions include a 46 inch wheelbase, 71.7 inch length, 38 inch width, and 42 inch height. Tires are lawn/turf type with 16x6.50-8 front and 23x8.50-12 rear. Electrical system is negative ground with 15 amp charging, 12 volt battery, and 24 AH capacity. Attachments available include a 50" mid-mount mower deck, 48" blade, and 42" two-stage front-mount snow blower. Optional sleeve hitch is available.

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Jacobsen GT-12H 53275

Tires

Lawn/turf rear	23x8.50-12
Lawn/turf front	16x6.50-8

Engine

Type	gasoline
Model	Kohler K301AS
Cooling	air-cooled horizontal-shaft
Cylinders	1-cylinder
Fuel tank	2 gal (7.6 L)
Rated RPM	3600
Bore/Stroke	3.375x3.25 inches (86 x 83 mm)
Displacement	476 cc (29.07 ci)
Oil capacity	2.25 qts (2.1 L)
Power (gross)	12 hp (8.9 kW)
Starter volts	12

Dimensions

Width	38 inches (96 cm)
Height	42 inches (106 cm)
Length	71.7 inches (182 cm)
Wheelbase	46 inches (116 cm)
Clearance (rear axle)	6.625 inches (16 cm)
Clearance (front axle)	9.125 inches (23 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery AH	24
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	15

Mechanical

Drive	Two-wheel drive
Brakes	Mechanical band brakes
Steering	Manual steering
Operator station	Open operator station. Vinyl weather cab optional.

Production

Type	Garden tractor
Built in	Racine, Wisconsin, USA
Manufacturer	Jacobsen
Years produced	1972 - 1976

Attachments

Other	Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments.
48" Blade	mid-mount, 48 inches width (121 cm)
Cutting width	50 inches (127 cm)
42" Snow blower	two-stage, front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm)
50" mid-mount mower deck	3-blade with manual lift

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