mtd lawn tractors 490
![]() | 1970 - 1971
Lawn tractor | 1970 - 1971 | Lawn tractor |
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1970 - 1971 | |||
Lawn tractor | |||
1970 - 1971 | |
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Lawn tractor |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | MTD |
Lawn tractor | |
MTD 490 Engine | |
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8HP Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
MTD 490 Transmission | |
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1-speed CVT | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | manual |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Front tire | 12.50x4.50-6 |
Rear tire | 18.00x6.50-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
MTD 490 attachments | |
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34" mid-mount mower deck | |
38" mid-mount mower deck | |
Attachment details ... |
490 Serial Numbers | |
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Location: | Serial number tag on the rear fender, under the seat. Model codes shown in parentheses. |
1970 | -unknown- |
1971 | -unknown- |
FAQ: How to read a serial number table. | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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MTD Parts Microfiche (770-9101) published in 1974 | |
The Leading Line '70 published in 1970, by MTD |
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