Hustler Turf 4500 Common specifications, Three drive tire options, Model 4200/4400/4420/4600 only

Operating RPM – 3000 (max. load), 3200 (no load) Starter – 12-volt Ford, external solenoid.

Charging System – 12-volt, negative ground, 55 amp, belt driven alternator.

Crankcase Capacity – 3.5 U.S. qts. (3.25 l) with filter change.

Fuel – Unleaded gasoline.

Common specifications

Traction drive system

Type – Dual hydrostatic, closed loop system. Pumps – Tandem hydrostatic pump. Variable

displacement, axial piston type. Each pump powers one drive wheel motor.

Pump Drive – V-belt drive from engine crankshaft with manual clutch.

Final Drive – Direct drive, high torque wheel motors. One for each drive wheel.

Filter – 10 micron, pressure side, replaceable spin-on type.

Ground Speed – 0-10 mph (0-16.1 kph) forward, 0-6 mph (0-9.7 kph) reverse, infinitely variable.

Steering – One hand, Tee lever steering provides independent control of each of two drive wheels. Speed, turning, forward, reverse, and braking are all controlled through the dual hydrostatic transmissions.

Turning Radius – True 0 degrees. Turns within its own length. Counter-rotating, independently powered drive wheels provide maximum in maneuverability.

Brakes

Service – Independent, dynamic braking through hydrostatic transmissions.

Parking – Positive, automotive type drum and shoe. Hand operated lock-over-center control lever on left side of operator. Adjustable tension.

Frame – Constructed of 3/16 in. (.5 cm) welded steel and 2 in. x 2 in. (5 cm x 5 cm) steel torsion tubes with 1/8 in. and 3/16 in. (.3 cm and .5 cm) wall thickness.

Attachment drive – PTO shaft, splined, 2-high speed U-joints. PTO shaft speed, 3000 RPM.

Attachment clutch – Electromagnetic

Attachment lift – Hydraulic cylinder with hand lever control.

Attachment tool bar – Two-point tool bar, quick disconnect type. Removing 2 pins and flotation springs releases any attachment. Constructed of 1/4 in. x 1/2 in. (.6 cm x 1.3 cm) welded steel.

Auxiliary hydraulics – Auxiliary hydraulic valve with manual control lever and quick-couplers.

Tires – Standard rear tires - 13 x 6.50-6 with rib tread.

Three drive tire options:

Regular – 23 x 8.50-12 with turf tread.

Wide – 23 x 10.50-12 with turf tread.

Wide – 23 x 10.50-12 with bar tread.

Capacities

Fuel tank – 11 U.S. gal. (41.6 l)

Hydraulic oil system – 3.5 U.S. gal. (13.2 l)

Cooling system

3.25U.S. gal (12.3 l) (models 4300 & 4500)

2.50U.S. gal (9.5 l) (model 4200)

2.75U.S. gal (10.4 l) (model 4400/4420/4600)

Dimensions

Length – 100 in. (254 cm)

Width – 50 in. (128 cm)

Height – 50.5 in. (128 cm)

Weight – 1500 lbs. (681 kg)

Seats – Three seat options:

Regular padded, backrest type with molded vinyl. Heavy-duty, adjustable suspension seat with armrests and

fore and aft adjustment.

Safety features – Safety interlock system with seat switch connected to neutral lock and PTO switches. Steering levers must be locked in neutral and PTO switch must be off before engine will start.

Controls – Hand operated throttle, ignition switch, PTO clutch switch, pump clutch lever, parking brake lever, attachment lift lever, and auxiliary valve lever. Ignition switch controls solenoid activated engine shut-off and glow plugs (models 4200/4400/4420/4600 only). Choke lever (models 4300 & 4500 only).

Indicators – Hour meter, glow plug indicator light*, oil pressure warning light, engine heat warning light and alternator warning light. Audible signal for high engine temperature or low engine oil pressure.

*Model 4200/4400/4420/4600 only.

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