MTD lawn tractors 460
Power
7 hp
Production
1968-1974
Engine
Gasoline, 1-cylinder
Transmission
Peerless 351
Weight
318 lbs [144 kg]
Drive
2WD
Introduction
MTD 460 Lawn Tractor
The MTD 460 is a lawn tractor produced between 1968 and 1974, designed for residential grass maintenance. It is a compact, two-wheel-drive machine featuring an open operator station and manual steering, reflecting the standard configuration for light-duty garden tractors of that era.
Engine and Power
The tractor is powered by a Briggs & Stratton 190000 series, 1-cylinder, air-cooled gasoline engine. It features a 318 cc displacement and a bore/stroke of 3.00 x 2.75 inches. The unit produces 8 gross horsepower and is started via a manual recoil system.
Transmission and Drivetrain
Throughout its production cycle, the MTD 460 utilized several transmission configurations. Early models were equipped with Peerless 351 or Peerless 501 belt-driven gear transmissions, offering 3 or 4 forward speeds and 1 reverse speed. Starting in 1973, a belt-driven continuously variable transmission (CVT) became available, providing 5 forward and reverse speeds, with the ratio adjusted via a speed-limit lever.
Operations and Dimensions
The machine is equipped with an independent mid-mounted PTO and a manual clutch for implement engagement. It rides on 15x6-6 front and 16x6.50-8 rear lawn/turf tires. With an overall length of 54 inches and a height of 29 inches at the steering wheel, the tractor weighs 144 kg, making it a maneuverable tool for standard lawn mowing applications with its 30-inch mower deck.
Conclusion
The MTD 460 serves as a functional, entry-level lawn tractor for property owners. Its simple manual controls and varied transmission options provide sufficient versatility for basic mowing tasks, consistent with the utility tractor market segment of the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Production Information of MTD lawn tractors, 460
- Lawn tractor
- Original price was $365 in 1968
| Manufacturer | MTD |
|---|
Dimension and Tires Information of MTD lawn tractors, 460
| Length | 54 inches [137 cm] |
|---|---|
| Height (steering wheel) | 29 inches [73 cm] |
| Weight | 318 lbs [144 kg] |
| Lawn/turf front | 15x6-6 |
|---|---|
| Lawn/turf rear | 16x6.50-8 |
Engine Specifications of MTD lawn tractors, 460
- Briggs & Stratton 190000
- Air-cooled vertical-shaft
- Gasoline
- 1-cylinder
| Power (gross) | 8 hp [6.0 kW] |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 318 cc [19.44 ci] |
| Starter type | Manual recoil |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.00x2.75 inches [76 x 70 mm] |
Transmission Information of MTD lawn tractors, 460
Transmission variants 1
| Transmission | Peerless 351 |
|---|---|
| Type | Belt-driven gear |
| Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
Transmission variants 2
- The four-speed tranmission was used in 1972 only.
| Transmission | Peerless 501 |
|---|---|
| Type | Belt-driven gear |
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Transmission variants 3
- The variable-speed transmission was used beginning in 1973. The number of speeds depended on how many detent notches there were for the speed-limit lever.
| Type | Belt-driven CVT |
|---|---|
| Gears | 5 forward and reverse |
- 3-speed gear
- 4-speed gear
- 5-speed CVT
Mechanical Specs of MTD lawn tractors, 460
- Two-wheel drive
- Manual steering
- Open operator station.
Power Information of MTD lawn tractors, 460
| Mid PTO | Independent |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Manual |
Where it sits
With 7 HP, the MTD lawn tractors 460 sits between 390 (6 HP) and 412 (8 HP) in MTD lawn tractors's range. Its power puts it in the 66th percentile of 1960s models in our database (550 machines).
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the MTD lawn tractors 460 have?
The MTD lawn tractors 460 delivers 7 HP.
What years was the MTD lawn tractors 460 produced?
The MTD lawn tractors 460 was produced in 1968-1974.
What engine does the MTD lawn tractors 460 have?
The MTD lawn tractors 460 is powered by a Gasoline, 1-cylinder engine.
What transmission does the MTD lawn tractors 460 use?
The MTD lawn tractors 460 uses a Peerless 351 transmission.
How much does the MTD lawn tractors 460 weigh?
The MTD lawn tractors 460 weighs 318 lbs [144 kg].
Is the MTD lawn tractors 460 4WD?
The MTD lawn tractors 460 is available in 2WD.