Bolens 13048 lawn tractor

Bolens 13048

Power

12 hp

Production

1994

Engine

Gasoline, 1-cylinder

Transmission

Peerless 930

Drive

2WD

Introduction

Bolens 13048 Garden Tractor

The Bolens 13048 is a garden tractor manufactured by Noma and distributed by Bolens, introduced in 1994. Designed primarily for residential lawn maintenance, this model features a compact, two-wheel drive configuration and an open operator station.

Engine and Power

The tractor is powered by a Briggs & Stratton 266707 1-cylinder gasoline engine, producing 12 hp (8.9 kW). This air-cooled, vertical-shaft engine is equipped with an electric starter powered by a 12-volt battery system with a negative ground, facilitating consistent starting performance.

Transmission and Driveline

Power is managed through a Peerless 930 belt-driven gear transmission, which provides 6 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. The drivetrain includes a manual clutch and an independent mid-mounted Power Take-Off (PTO) to engage the 39-inch mower deck or other compatible attachments.

Chassis and Handling

The machine operates on a two-wheel drive system with manual steering, providing straightforward control for maneuvering around obstacles. Braking is handled by disc brakes. It is equipped with lawn and turf tires, measuring 15x6.00-6 at the front and 20x8.00-8 at the rear, designed to minimize surface damage during operation.

Conclusion

The 1994 Bolens 13048 is a utilitarian garden tractor suited for standard residential landscaping tasks. Its combination of a 12 hp engine and a 39-inch cutting deck provides sufficient performance for mowing and basic attachment work in a private garden environment.

Production Information of Bolens, 13048

  • Garden tractor
DistributorBolens
ManufacturerNoma

Dimension and Tires Information of Bolens, 13048

Lawn/turf front15x6.00-6
Lawn/turf rear20x8.00-8

Engine Specifications of Bolens, 13048

  • Briggs & Stratton 266707
  • Air-cooled vertical-shaft
  • Gasoline
  • 1-cylinder
Starter volts12
Power12 hp [8.9 kW]
StarterElectric

Transmission Information of Bolens, 13048

Transmission variants 1

TransmissionPeerless 930
TypeBelt-driven gear
Gears6 forward and 1 reverse

Mechanical Specs of Bolens, 13048

  • Two-wheel drive
  • Open operator station.
  • Manual steering
  • Disc brakes

Power Information of Bolens, 13048

Mid PTOIndependent
ClutchManual

Electrical System of Bolens, 13048

GroundNegative
Battery volts12

Where it sits

With 12 HP, the Bolens 13048 sits between LT-11 (11 HP) and 1455 (14 HP) in Bolens's range. Its power puts it in the 28th percentile of 1990s models in our database (1093 machines).

Frequently asked questions

How much horsepower does the Bolens 13048 have?

The Bolens 13048 delivers 12 HP.

What years was the Bolens 13048 produced?

The Bolens 13048 was produced in 1994.

What engine does the Bolens 13048 have?

The Bolens 13048 is powered by a Gasoline, 1-cylinder engine.

What transmission does the Bolens 13048 use?

The Bolens 13048 uses a Peerless 930 transmission.

Is the Bolens 13048 4WD?

The Bolens 13048 is available in 2WD.

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