Burns lawn tractors B-60

Name: Burns lawn tractors B-60
Brand: Burns lawn tractors

Power

6 hp

Production

1962-1964

Engine

Gasoline, 1-cylinder

Transmission

Peerless 1200

Drive

2WD

Under 15 HP 1960s

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."

Introduction

Production Information of Burns lawn tractors, B-60

The production information of the tractor (B-60) includes details about its manufacturing.

Original price was $515 in 1963

Garden tractor

Built in Louisville, Georgia, USA


Manufacturer	Burns

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

This section sums up the dimension and tires information of the tractor.


Wheelbase	44 inches [111 cm]
Front tread	30 inches [76 cm]
Height (hood)	32 inches [81 cm]
Length	60 inches [152 cm]
Rear tread	30 inches [76 cm]
Width	36 inches [91 cm]


Ag front	4.80x4-8
Ag rear	23x6-12

Engine Specifications of Burns lawn tractors, B-60

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Briggs & Stratton

Air-cooled

Gasoline

1-cylinder


Power	6 hp [4.5 kW]
Starter type	Manual recoil

Transmission Information of Burns lawn tractors, B-60Y

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Transmission variants 1


Transmission	Peerless 1200
Clutch	Idler pulley
Type	Belt-driven gear
Gears	3 forward and 1 reverse

Mechanical Specs of Burns lawn tractors, B-60Y

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Two-wheel drive

Open operator station.

Manual steering

Mechanical drum brakes

Power Information of Burns lawn tractors, B-60Y

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No data available

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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