New Holland lawn tractors

New Holland LS55

The New Holland LS55 is a garden tractor produced from 1996 to 2003, distributed by New Holland and manufactured by Toro. It features a 20HP Kohler 624cc 2-cylinder gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission, and two-wheel drive. The tractor has an open operator station with adjustable seat and mechanical band brakes. It supports various mid-mount mower decks and attachments including snowblower and blade. The LS55 is similar to the Toro/Wheelhorse 269-H and was offered at an original price of $5,520 in 2003.

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for New Holland LS55

Engine

Type	gasoline
Model	Kohler CV20
Starter	electric
Cylinders	2-cylinder
Fuel tank	3.9 gal (14.8 L)
Rated RPM	3600
Bore/Stroke	3.03x2.64 inches (77 x 67 mm)
Displacement	624 cc (38.1 ci)
Oil capacity	2 qts (1.9 L)
Configuration	air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin
Power (gross)	20 hp (14.9 kW)
Starter volts	12

Dimensions

Width	35.25 inches (89 cm)
Length	69 inches (175 cm)
Weight	510 lbs (231 kg)
Rear tire	23x10.50-12
Wheelbase	49.5 inches (125 cm)
Front axle	Cast-iron
Front tire	16x6.50-8
Ground clearance	7.25 inches (18 cm)
Height (steering wheel)	42.4 inches (107 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery CCA	280
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	15
Charging system	alternator

Mechanical

Drive	Two-wheel drive
Brakes	Mechanical band brakes
Steering	Manual steering
Operator station	Open operator station with adjustable seat

Production

Type	Garden tractor
Notes	The New Holland LS55 is similar to the Toro/Wheelhorse 269-H.
Distributor	New Holland
Manufacturer	Toro
Original price	$5,520 in 2003
Production years	1996 - 2003

Attachments

Details	48" Blade{"Mount":"front-mount","Width":"48 inches (121 cm)","Part number":"New Holland 9861907"} AdditionalAttachments advertised for the New Holland LS Series yard tractors included a 36-inch rear tiller, grass catcher for the 38-inch deck, and power-flow bagger for the 42 and 48 inch decks. 38" Mower deck{"Width":"38 inches (96 cm)","Blades":"2-blade","Weight":"93.5 lbs (42 kg)","Discharge":"right-discharge","Cut height":"1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm)","Part number":"New Holland 9861963"} 42" Mower deck{"Width":"42 inches (106 cm)","Blades":"3-blade","Weight":"115 lbs (52 kg)","Discharge":"right-discharge","Cut height":"1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm)","Part number":"New Holland 9861903"} 48" Mower deck{"Width":"48 inches (121 cm)","Blades":"3-blade","Weight":"130 lbs (58 kg)","Discharge":"right-discharge","Cut height":"1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm)","Part number":"New Holland"} 52" Mower deck{"Belts":"84214734 (primary), 84214740 (on-deck)","Width":"52 inches (132 cm)","Blades":"3-blade","Cut height":"1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm)","Part number":"New Holland 9863220"} 42" Snow blower{"Mount":"front-mount","Width":"42 inches (106 cm)","Part number":"New Holland 9861908"}
Overview	38" mid-mount mower deck, 42" mid-mount mower deck, 48" mid-mount mower deck, 52" mid-mount mower deck, snowblower, blade

Details

48" Blade{"Mount":"front-mount","Width":"48 inches (121 cm)","Part number":"New Holland 9861907"}

AdditionalAttachments advertised for the New Holland LS Series yard tractors included a 36-inch rear tiller, grass catcher for the 38-inch deck, and power-flow bagger for the 42 and 48 inch decks.

38" Mower deck{"Width":"38 inches (96 cm)","Blades":"2-blade","Weight":"93.5 lbs (42 kg)","Discharge":"right-discharge","Cut height":"1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm)","Part number":"New Holland 9861963"}

42" Mower deck{"Width":"42 inches (106 cm)","Blades":"3-blade","Weight":"115 lbs (52 kg)","Discharge":"right-discharge","Cut height":"1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm)","Part number":"New Holland 9861903"}

48" Mower deck{"Width":"48 inches (121 cm)","Blades":"3-blade","Weight":"130 lbs (58 kg)","Discharge":"right-discharge","Cut height":"1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm)","Part number":"New Holland"}

52" Mower deck{"Belts":"84214734 (primary), 84214740 (on-deck)","Width":"52 inches (132 cm)","Blades":"3-blade","Cut height":"1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm)","Part number":"New Holland 9863220"}

42" Snow blower{"Mount":"front-mount","Width":"42 inches (106 cm)","Part number":"New Holland 9861908"}

Overview

38" mid-mount mower deck, 42" mid-mount mower deck, 48" mid-mount mower deck, 52" mid-mount mower deck, snowblower, blade

Transmission

Type	belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse
Notes	The Hydro-Gear was used on the LS55 beginning with the 2000 model year.
Models	Tuff Torq K61, Hydro-Gear 330-300
Control	Foot-pedal controlled hydrostatic transmission with cruise control standard
Oil type	SAE 20W-50
Oil change	sealed unit, owner service is not recommended
Oil capacity	3.5 qts (3.3 L), 3.8 qts (3.6 L)