Toro lawn tractors
Toro 960 55402
The Toro 960 55402 is a garden tractor produced from 1969 to 1971 as part of the Suburban Series. It features a 12 hp Kohler K301 476cc 1-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine, a Peerless 2301 belt-driven 4-speed transmission with 1 reverse gear, and manual steering with mechanical band brakes. The tractor has a wheelbase of 46 inches, weighs 562 lbs, and uses 6.50x8 front tires and 8.50x12 rear tires. It includes a mid PTO with manual clutch and pulley type. Attachments available include a 42" mid-mount mower deck, snowblower, and blade. The original price was $1,200 in 1970.
Power12 hp
Founded42" deck
Model960
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Toro 960 55402
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Kohler K301 |
| Cooling | air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 1-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 2 gal (7.6 L) |
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.375x3.25 inches (86 x 83 mm) |
| Displacement | 476 cc (29.07 ci) |
| Power (gross) | 12 hp (8.9 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Dimensions
| Width | 36 inches (91 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 67.5 inches (171 cm) |
| Weight | 562 lbs (254 kg) Tractor only |
| Rear axle | 1.0 inch diameter (25 mm) |
| Rear tire | 8.50x12 |
| Wheelbase | 46 inches (116 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.50x8 |
| Rear tread | 29 inches (73 cm) |
| Front tread | 29 inches (73 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 39 inches (99 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging system | starter-generator |
Production
| Series | Suburban Series |
|---|---|
| Category | Garden tractor |
| Years made | 1969 - 1971 |
| Original price | $1,200 in 1970 |
Attachments
| Overview | 42" mid-mount mower deck, Snowblower, Blade. Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. |
|---|---|
| 42" Blade | Toro, front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm) |
| 42" Mower deck | mid-mount Toro, 2-blade with manual lift, Cutting width 42 inches (106 cm), Weight 95 lbs (43 kg), Cut height 2 to 4 inch (5 to 10 cm), Cut positions 5 |
| 42" Snow blower | Toro, front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | belt-driven gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
| Model | Peerless 2301 |
| Clutch | mechanical idler pulley |
| Oil type | Shell Macoma 72 |
| Oil capacity | 2 qts (1.9 L) |
Serial Numbers
| 1969 | 900001 |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 000001 |
| 1971 | 100001 |
Steering and Brakes
| Brakes | Mechanical band brakes |
|---|---|
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Type | Mid PTO |
|---|---|
| Clutch | manual |
| Operation | independent |
| Mid PTO Type | pulley |
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