MTD 18HP Specifications, Engine, Type, Air Cleaner, Lube System, Starter, Traction Drive, Clutch

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine:	18 HP Briggs and Stratton Vanguard
Type:	Vertical air cooled
Air Cleaner:	Dual Element
Lube System:	Pressurized with oil filter
Starter:	12-volt electric
Traction Drive:	Engine to two variable-speed hydraulic pump/motor BDR units to
	gearbox on each drive wheel
Hydraulic Tank:	10 quart capacity, One quart filter
Cutter Deck;Drive:	48", Belt Driven
Clutch:	Electric
Deck Lift:	Hand lever w/pin lock for height adjustment
Cutting Height:	1-1/2" to 4"
No. of Blades	3, belt-driven, power take-off from engine
Controls:	Engine ignition and start switch; throttle; choke; left and right
	steering levers; electric blade clutch switch; parking brake; mower
	deck lift
Parking Brake:	Internal, mechanical linkage attached to the brake handle
Front Caster Wheels:	11 x 4 - 5
Tire Pressure:	8-10 psi Rear, 20-25 psi front caster
Drive Wheels:	w/48" deck, 23x9.50 - 12
Frame:	2” Steel square tube and plate, all welded construction
Seat:	Milsco Adjustable seat. 5" Adjustment
Fuel Tank:	One 5 gallon w/shutoff valve
Tool Box	Painted Steel
Ground Speed:	0-8.0 + MPH forward. 0-4.3 MPH reverse
Instrumentation	Hour meter, Tachometer, Maintenance-minder
Net Weight:	850 lbs. w48" deck

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