Snapper lawn tractors
Snapper 1855
The Snapper 1855 is a garden tractor produced from 1979 to 1984 by Snapper in Fort Worth, Texas, USA. It features an 18 hp Onan B48M 781cc 2-cylinder gasoline engine with air-cooled horizontal-shaft opposed-twin design. The tractor uses an Eaton 11 belt-driven hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds in 2 ranges. It has a wheelbase of 52 inches, weighs between 860 and 950 pounds depending on variant, and rides on 18x8.50-8 front and 23x12.00-12 rear lawn/turf tires. The 1855 offers two-wheel drive, manual steering, disc brakes, and an open operator station. Optional features include a rear hitch and PTO. Attachments available include a 54" mid-mount mower deck, snowblower, and blade. The Snapper 1855 is related to the Snapper 1650 model.
Power18 hp
Founded54" deck
Model1855
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Snapper 1855
Power
| Power (gross) | 18 hp (13.4 kW) |
|---|
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Onan B48M |
| Cooling | air-cooled horizontal-shaft opposed-twin |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 2-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 3.5 gal (13.2 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.25x2.875 inches (83 x 73 mm) |
| Displacement | 781 cc (47.7 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 2 qts (1.9 L) |
| Power (gross) | 18 hp (13.4 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Variants
| 1855 | similar Massey Ferguson model |
|---|---|
| 1855A | hitch and PTO |
Dimensions
| Width | 45.5 inches (115 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 78 inches (198 cm) |
| Rear tire | 23x12.00-12 |
| Wheelbase | 52 inches (132 cm) |
| Front axle | Steel |
| Front tire | 18x8.50-8 |
| Rear tread | 33.5 inches (85 cm) |
| Front tread | 32 inches (81 cm) |
| Weight 1855 | 860 lbs (390 kg) |
| Weight 1855A | 950 lbs (430 kg) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 48 inches (121 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Disc brakes |
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Garden tractor |
|---|---|
| Built in | Fort Worth, Texas, USA |
| Years made | 1979 - 1984 |
| Manufacturer | Snapper |
Attachments
| Note | Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. |
|---|---|
| Blade | 54 inches (137 cm) width, front-mount |
| Snowblower | 48 inches (121 cm) width, front-mount |
| 54" mid-mount mower deck | 54 inches (137 cm) cutting width, 3-blade, mid-mount Snapper |
Transmission
| Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
| Oil capacity | 5 qts (4.7 L) |
| Transmission | Eaton 11 |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | 0 Optional |
|---|---|
| Rear lift (at ends) | 650 lbs (294 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | electric |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO | independent Optional |
| Front PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 2000 |