Introduction
Lawn Chief 740 Garden Tractor
The Lawn Chief 740 is a garden tractor manufactured in 1992 in Harvard, Illinois, USA. Designed primarily for residential lawn maintenance, this model is configured as an open-station, two-wheel-drive machine.
Engine and Powertrain
The tractor is powered by a Vanguard gasoline engine, an air-cooled, 2-cylinder V-twin unit with a vertical shaft, delivering a gross power output of 18 horsepower (13.4 kW). It utilizes a 12-volt electrical system with an electric starter. The powertrain is managed by a Peerless 820 belt-driven gear transmission, providing 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear.
Hydraulics and Attachments
This model features an independent mid-mounted power take-off (PTO) designed for driving a 46-inch mower deck. Additionally, the tractor supports a rear sleeve hitch, available as an optional attachment, allowing for the use of various ground-engaging implements.
Chassis and Handling
The machine operates on a two-wheel-drive system with manual steering, suitable for navigating garden environments. It is equipped with turf-specific tires, measuring 16x6.50 at the front and 23x9.50 at the rear, to minimize surface damage during operation.
Conclusion
The Lawn Chief 740 is a utility-focused garden tractor designed for landowners requiring a straightforward, reliable machine for mowing and basic yard maintenance tasks.
Production Information of Lawn Chief lawn tractors, 740
- Garden tractor
- Built in Harvard, Illinois, USA
| Manufacturer | Lawn Chief |
|---|
Dimension and Tires Information of Lawn Chief lawn tractors, 740
| Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50 |
|---|---|
| Lawn/turf rear | 23x9.50 |
Engine Specifications of Lawn Chief lawn tractors, 740
- Vanguard
- Air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin
- Gasoline
- 2-cylinder
| Starter volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Power (gross) | 18 hp [13.4 kW] |
| Starter | Electric |
Transmission Information of Lawn Chief lawn tractors, 740
Transmission variants 1
| Transmission | Peerless 820 |
|---|---|
| Type | Belt-driven gear |
| Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
Mechanical Specs of Lawn Chief lawn tractors, 740
- Two-wheel drive
- Manual steering
- Open operator station
Power Information of Lawn Chief lawn tractors, 740
| Mid PTO | Independent |
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Three-Point Hitch of Lawn Chief lawn tractors, 740
| Type(optional) | Sleeve hitch |
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Electrical System of Lawn Chief lawn tractors, 740
| Ground | Negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
Where it sits
With 18 HP, the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 740 sits just above 39003 (16 HP) in Lawn Chief lawn tractors's range. Its power puts it in the 81th percentile of 1990s models in our database (1093 machines).
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 740 have?
The Lawn Chief lawn tractors 740 delivers 18 HP.
What years was the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 740 produced?
The Lawn Chief lawn tractors 740 was produced in 1992.
What engine does the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 740 have?
The Lawn Chief lawn tractors 740 is powered by a Gasoline, 2-cylinder engine.
What transmission does the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 740 use?
The Lawn Chief lawn tractors 740 uses a Peerless 820 transmission.
Is the Lawn Chief lawn tractors 740 4WD?
The Lawn Chief lawn tractors 740 is available in 2WD.