Burns lawn tractors B-60 lawn tractor

Burns lawn tractors B-60

Power

6 hp

Production

1962-1964

Engine

Gasoline, 1-cylinder

Transmission

Peerless 1200

Drive

2WD

From the same series:

B-60-E

Introduction

Burns B-60 Garden Tractor

The Burns B-60 is a compact garden tractor manufactured by Burns in Louisville, Georgia, USA, between 1962 and 1964. Designed primarily for residential lawn maintenance and property management, this model reflects the standard engineering practices for utility garden equipment of the early 1960s.

Engine and Powertrain

The tractor is powered by a Briggs & Stratton single-cylinder, air-cooled gasoline engine producing 6 horsepower (4.5 kW). It utilizes a manual recoil starter system. Power is delivered to the wheels through a Peerless 1200 transmission featuring three forward gears and one reverse gear, coupled via an idler pulley clutch mechanism.

Chassis and Handling

Built on a two-wheel-drive chassis, the B-60 features manual steering and mechanical drum brakes. The operator station is of the open-platform type. The machine rides on agricultural tires, with 4.80x4-8 tires at the front and 23x6-12 tires at the rear, providing traction for garden tasks.

Dimensions and Equipment

The tractor has a wheelbase of 44 inches (111 cm) and an overall length of 60 inches (152 cm). It measures 36 inches (91 cm) in width and 32 inches (81 cm) in hood height. The front and rear tread widths are both 30 inches (76 cm). The unit was typically equipped with a 36-inch mower deck for grass cutting applications.

Conclusion

With its straightforward mechanical design and 6-horsepower engine, the Burns B-60 is a representative example of 1960s garden tractor utility, suited for light-duty lawn care and small-scale property maintenance.

Production Information of Burns lawn tractors, B-60

  • Original price was $515 in 1963
  • Garden tractor
  • Built in Louisville, Georgia, USA
ManufacturerBurns

Dimension and Tires Information of Burns lawn tractors, B-60

Wheelbase44 inches [111 cm]
Front tread30 inches [76 cm]
Height (hood)32 inches [81 cm]
Length60 inches [152 cm]
Rear tread30 inches [76 cm]
Width36 inches [91 cm]
Ag front4.80x4-8
Ag rear23x6-12

Engine Specifications of Burns lawn tractors, B-60

  • Briggs & Stratton
  • Air-cooled
  • Gasoline
  • 1-cylinder
Power6 hp [4.5 kW]
Starter typeManual recoil

Transmission Information of Burns lawn tractors, B-60

Transmission variants 1

TransmissionPeerless 1200
ClutchIdler pulley
TypeBelt-driven gear
Gears3 forward and 1 reverse

Mechanical Specs of Burns lawn tractors, B-60

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

Where it sits

Its power puts it in the 45th percentile of 1960s models in our database (550 machines).

Frequently asked questions

How much horsepower does the Burns lawn tractors B-60 have?

The Burns lawn tractors B-60 delivers 6 HP.

What years was the Burns lawn tractors B-60 produced?

The Burns lawn tractors B-60 was produced in 1962-1964.

What engine does the Burns lawn tractors B-60 have?

The Burns lawn tractors B-60 is powered by a Gasoline, 1-cylinder engine.

What transmission does the Burns lawn tractors B-60 use?

The Burns lawn tractors B-60 uses a Peerless 1200 transmission.

Is the Burns lawn tractors B-60 4WD?

The Burns lawn tractors B-60 is available in 2WD.

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