The MTD 796 is a riding lawn mower produced from 1978 to 1982 by MTD. It features an 8 hp Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine with electric start, a 1-speed belt-driven gear transmission with forward and reverse, two-wheel drive, manual steering, and disc brakes. The mower has an open operator station and weighs 345 lbs (156 kg). It rides on 11.00x4.00 front tires and 14.50x4.50 rear tires. The mower deck is a 30" mid-mount type with a single blade and manual lift, offering 5 cut positions.