Snapper HYT18

The Snapper HYT18 is a garden tractor produced in 1989 by Snapper. It features an 18 hp Kohler M18 691cc 2-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine with a shaft-driven hydrostatic Eaton 850 transmission offering infinite forward and reverse speeds. The tractor has two-wheel drive, manual steering, and an open operator station. It includes an independent front PTO with an electric clutch and pulley type. Optional sleeve hitch is available. The HYT18 comes in variants with 33, 41, and 48-inch mower decks. Tires are lawn/turf type with front 15x6.00-6 and rear 23x10.5-12 sizes, with a larger front tire option on the HYT1833 variant. Weights range from 553 to 623 pounds depending on the variant. Electrical system is 12 volts with a 20 AH battery and negative ground. Attachments include mid-mount mower decks of various sizes and blades. The related model is the Snapper YT18H produced in 1990-1991.