MTD lawn tractors
MTD 998
The MTD 998 is a garden tractor from the 900 Series produced by MTD from 1993 to 1995. It features an 18 hp Briggs & Stratton 569cc 2-cylinder gasoline engine, a shaft-driven hydrostatic transmission by Eaton with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and two-wheel drive with manual steering. The tractor has an open operator station and offers an optional rear hitch. It includes an independent mid PTO with a manual clutch and runs on a 12-volt electrical system with negative ground. Attachments include a 50-inch mid-mount mower deck with 3 blades and hydraulic lift.
Power18 hp
Founded50" deck
Model998
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for MTD 998
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Briggs & Stratton 350447 |
| Power | 18 hp (13.4 kW) |
| Cooling | air-cooled horizontal-shaft V-Twin |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 2-cylinder |
| Bore/Stroke | 2.83x2.75 inches (72 x 70 mm) |
| Displacement | 569 cc (34.75 ci) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Garden tractor |
|---|---|
| Series | 900 Series |
| Years made | 1993 - 1995 |
Attachments
| Type | mid-mount MTD |
|---|---|
| Blades | 3-blade with hydraulic lift |
| Mower deck | 50" mid-mount mower deck |
| Cutting width | 50 inches (127 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
| Manufacturer | Eaton |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | 0 Optional |
|---|
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | manual |
|---|---|
| Mid PTO | independent |