Introduction
Yard-Man 14823 Garden Tractor
The Yard-Man 14823 is a garden tractor manufactured by MTD in 1985. Designed for residential lawn care and property maintenance, it belongs to the light-duty garden tractor segment of the mid-1980s.
Engine and Powertrain
The tractor is powered by a two-cylinder Briggs & Stratton gasoline engine. This air-cooled, vertical-shaft unit features a displacement of 655 cc and produces 16 horsepower (11.9 kW). It utilizes a 12-volt electric starter system. The power is managed through a belt-driven gear transmission, providing four forward gears and one reverse gear.
Mechanical and Chassis
The 14823 is configured with two-wheel drive and manual steering. Braking is provided by a disc brake system. The operator interface consists of an open station design. The tractor is equipped with turf-specific tires, measuring 16.00x6.50 at the front and 23.00x9.50 at the rear, intended for lawn maintenance without damaging the ground surface.
Equipment and Hitch
Standard equipment includes a 44-inch mower deck for grass cutting. For additional utility, the machine supports an optional sleeve hitch, available via kit number 19929, allowing for the attachment of various light-duty implements.
Conclusion
The Yard-Man 14823 is a straightforward, utility-focused machine suitable for landowners requiring a dedicated mower with light towing capabilities. Its mechanical simplicity and standard 12-volt electrical system make it a representative example of 1980s garden tractor technology.
Production Information of Yard-Man lawn tractors, 14823
- Garden tractor
| Manufacturer | Yard-Man (a part of MTD) |
|---|
Dimension and Tires Information of Yard-Man lawn tractors, 14823
| Lawn/turf front | 16.00x6.50 |
|---|---|
| Lawn/turf rear | 23.00x9.50 |
Engine Specifications of Yard-Man lawn tractors, 14823
- Briggs & Stratton
- Air-cooled vertical-shaft
- Gasoline
- 2-cylinder
| Power | 16 hp [11.9 kW] |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 655 cc [40 ci] |
| Starter | Electric |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.44x2.16 inches [87 x 55 mm] |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission Information of Yard-Man lawn tractors, 14823
Transmission variants 1
| Type | Belt-driven gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Mechanical Specs of Yard-Man lawn tractors, 14823
- Two-wheel drive
- Open operator station.
- Manual steering
- Disc brakes
Three-Point Hitch of Yard-Man lawn tractors, 14823
| Type | Sleeve hitch |
|---|
Optional. Kit number 19929.
Electrical System of Yard-Man lawn tractors, 14823
| Ground | Negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
Where it sits
With 16 HP, the Yard-Man lawn tractors 14823 sits between 13785 (14 HP) and 14805 (18 HP) in Yard-Man lawn tractors's range. Its power puts it in the 78th percentile of 1980s models in our database (977 machines).
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Yard-Man lawn tractors 14823 have?
The Yard-Man lawn tractors 14823 delivers 16 HP.
What years was the Yard-Man lawn tractors 14823 produced?
The Yard-Man lawn tractors 14823 was produced in 1985.
What engine does the Yard-Man lawn tractors 14823 have?
The Yard-Man lawn tractors 14823 is powered by a Gasoline, 2-cylinder engine.
What transmission does the Yard-Man lawn tractors 14823 use?
The Yard-Man lawn tractors 14823 uses a Belt-driven gear transmission.
Is the Yard-Man lawn tractors 14823 4WD?
The Yard-Man lawn tractors 14823 is available in 2WD.