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Wheel Horse 312-8

Wheel Horse 312-8 tractor
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The Wheel Horse 312-8 is a garden tractor produced from 1985 to 1997 as part of the 300 Series. It features a 12 hp Kohler gasoline engine, a 6-speed belt-driven gear transmission with 2 reverse gears, and two-wheel drive with manual steering. The tractor has a wheelbase of 45.5 inches and weighs between 547 and 656 pounds. It offers a variety of mid-mount mower decks and attachments including snowblowers and blades. The 312-8 was built in South Bend, Indiana, USA.
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Power12 hp
Founded36/37/42/48" deck
Model312-8

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Wheel Horse 312-8

Engine

Sparkplug:Champion RH10
Rated RPM 2:3600
Bore/Stroke 1:3.375x3.25 inches (86 x 83 mm)
Bore/Stroke 2:3.38x3.25 inches (86 x 83 mm)
Compression 2:6.6:1
Engine type 1:Kohler K301S gasoline 1-cylinder air-cooled
Engine type 2:Kohler M12 gasoline 1-cylinder air-cooled
Sparkplug gap:0.025 inches (0.635 mm)
Displacement 1:476 cc (29.07 ci)
Displacement 2:476 cc (29.1 ci)
Power (gross) 1:12 hp (8.9 kW)
Power (gross) 2:12 hp (8.9 kW)
Starter volts 1:12
Starter volts 2:12
Fuel tank capacity:2.25 gal (8.5 L)
Engine oil capacity:2.5 qts (2.4 L)

Dimensions

Width:36.5 inches (92 cm)
Height:42.5 inches (107 cm)
Length:65 inches (165 cm)
Weight:547 lbs (248 kg)
Rear tire:22x9.00-12
Wheelbase:45.5 inches (115 cm)
Front tire:15x6.00-6
Shipping weight:656 lbs (297 kg)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery AH:24
Battery CCA:160
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:15
Charging system:alternator

Production

Series:300 Series
Category:Garden tractor
Years produced:1985 - 1997
Manufactured in:South Bend, Indiana, USA

Attachments

48" Blade:front-mount, 48 inches width (121 cm)
42" Snow blower:Wheel Horse 79360, 42 inches width (106 cm), front-mount
44" Snow blower:Wheel Horse 79361, 44 inches width (111 cm), two-stage, front-mount
36" mid-mount mower deck:36 inches (91 cm), manual lift, rear-discharge, 102 lbs (46 kg)
37" mid-mount mower deck:37 inches (93 cm), manual lift, right-discharge, 91 lbs (41 kg)
42" mid-mount mower deck:42 inches (106 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, right-discharge, 135 lbs (61 kg)
48" mid-mount mower deck:48 inches (121 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, right-discharge, 168 lbs (76 kg)

Transmission

Type:belt-driven gear
Gears:6 forward and 2 reverse
Oil type:SAE 90 GL5
Manufacturer:Wheel Horse
Oil capacity:2 qts (1.9 L)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:mechanical
Front PTO:independent

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