MTD lawn tractors
MTD 497
The MTD 497 is a lawn tractor produced from 1974 to 1980 by MTD. It features a 10 hp Briggs & Stratton 360cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine with electric start and a 3-speed belt-driven gear transmission. The tractor has two-wheel drive, manual steering, and an open operator station. It weighs 502 lbs and rides on 15x6.50 front and 18x8.50 rear tires. Attachments include a 38" mid-mount mower deck with a 2-blade manual lift and a cutting width of 38 inches. Original price was $799 in 1981.
Power10 hp
Founded38" deck
Model497
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for MTD 497
Power
| Power (gross) | 10 hp (7.5 kW) |
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Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Briggs & Stratton 220707 |
| Cooling | air-cooled vertical-shaft |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 1-cylinder |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.438x2.625 inches (87 x 67 mm) |
| Displacement | 360 cc (21.97 ci) |
| Power (gross) | 10 hp (7.5 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 V |
Features
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Dimensions
| Weight | 502 lbs (227 kg) |
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| Rear tire | 18x8.50 |
| Front tire | 15x6.50 |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 V |
Production
| Type | Lawn tractor |
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| Manufacturer | MTD |
| Original price | 799 USD in 1981 |
| Production years | 1974 - 1980 |
Attachments
| Blades | 2-blade with manual lift |
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| Mower deck | 38" mid-mount MTD |
| Cutting width | 38 inches (96 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | belt-driven gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
| Model | Peerless 654 |
Serial Numbers
| 1974 | 134-497A |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 135-497A |
| 1976 | 136-497A |
| 1977 | 137-497A |
| 1978 | 138-497A |
| 1979 | 139-497A |
| Location | Serial number tag on the rear fender, below the seat. Model codes are shown. |