The 25081 is a lot easier to get on and off. TRANSMISSION GENTRANS VATR (582491201)/ Someone bought it and brought it back so now it is used. Ive always had great luck with 60-inch decks in that price range. Dave, I am not aware that any of the MTD built garden tractors have the electronic locking diff. I cant find any true manual transmission mowers built in 2018. In fact the Sears Service Techs feel the hydro is stronger and will hold up better than the manual trans. OP . Most of the manufactures including Mahindra and Kubota still have one or two manual transmission tractors. You answered all my questions. Home Depot: John Deere E160 48 in. I was thinking about purchasing Husqvarna YT42DXLS 42 lawn tractor 21.5 hp Kawasaki. Being able to change speeds is undeniably helpful for getting your riding mower out of a slippery patch of mud or grass. Yes I see that. Theyare designed to give you hundreds of hours of service for normal use. There are already commercial models that will mow all day long on a single charge. aware of the issue ? You should always order your parts through searspartsdirect.com. That transmission can handle hills and uneven ground well. Here is what Simplicity says about the Broadmoor a LT with the hart of a GT. I have ariens A22A46 auto trans , the cam configuration for forward an reverse broke seems pretty flimsy. Use this link to check it out on Sears.com: The LGT54 is the worse. I'm just interested in the Husqvarna K57 since it is $400 versus $775 for the official JD replacement. Why? Tractors with the transmissions G7, G730 and K66 are all heavier than the XT2 with the K58. @joebillybob, The Sears service techs tell me the hydrostatic trans have the least repairs. I have a very hilly and uneven 4 acres and haul things around with a trailer too. thankyou jerry. Im considering purchase of the new for 2015 Sears Craftsman Pro Model 20442, 24 HP, 46 mower. Im just curious why a major component wasnt covered with their best in the business extended warranty. Take some time to research them and Massey Ferguson. The biggest thing to understand is the grinding noise does not mean the transmission is going bad. Electrics are coming and I feel in the next 5 years you will see affordable homeowner versions. Im looking at the Craftsman T1800 (model #20376) with 42 inch deck and Koehler 20hp motor. But our lean-to it was parked under collapsed under snow. Cheers. Your site was very helpful, thanks. Hi Philip, Just curious. Thats just not possible here. Ran across a Husgavarna, which i see you dont talk much about, today. Troy-Bilt Zero-Turn Mower Review Inexpensive Quality ZTRs. For the same price or less as the 2015 X310 you can get a Craftsman Pro with larger tires, power steering, larger deck, arm rests, and a lot bigger Kohler 7000 Elite engine. You may have been looking at the 20381. Our local farm tractor supply store carries different models the Raptor SD and the Fastrak. Tran is slipping very badly, barely moving forward. I have a 3% grade in my yard from front to back and I just hauled 90, 11 lb street pavers on a 4 wheel Gorilla Cart up that 400-foot slope with my zero turn mower. I don't if the T40 is as good or lightweight like the TL200. @Mark, From what I can tell you are looking at the Model # 960460054 Ariens and either the 28884 or 28851 Craftsman. Everyone uses the same transmissions so it doesnt have to be a Craftsman Mechanic. Most of these transmissions are controlled by individual levers called lap bars that sit in front of you. Based on what Ive read, Im pretty sure that youll recommend that I go with the hydro, but I want to make sure Im not missing something important. The XT3 series. I also dont like to stop to shift, but I live with it because Im too cheap to buy a better tractor at this point in time. Cub Cadet XT1 Enduro Series GT 50 in. Is the k46 transmission really that much different? Mowing lawns it will last a long time. Will I have the same problem in the future? Is the only difference really just the carburetor? These are usually cast iron for long life and durability. Agear ratiois simply how many revolutions a driven gear will turn in relation to the main drive gear. To stop the tractor pull the lever back to the middle position or lift your foot off the pedal. As for craftsman I need the better seat that only cub offers and have not been happy with Sears lately..thanks again, Hi Laurie, The transmission in the XT2 is different than the standard K46. The most significant thing I have against this mower is that my local dealer said that Cub has a promise date of June 19th for a ship date (they will ship it by then) and shipping takes 7-10 days, which puts me at the end of June. The husqvarna gt52xls with 22hpkawasaki and g730 transmission or husky gth52xls with Briggs and Stratton and I think K66. Thank you so much for your very prompt reply. Husqvarna is using them in all models of the Poulan Pro and Ariens tractors except the Garden Tractor Models. Over the XT1 GT50: Additional 4 and fabricated deck and ball bearing front wheels. This new-in-box hydrostatic transaxle is originally manufactured to fit Sears, Craftsman, Poulan, Husqvarna, and Weed-Eater brand front-engine lawn tractors and riding mowers. Do you think this mower will hold up in hilly terrain? Bad legs, arthritis, si joint pain, etc, make it rough using a foot peddle. Also push a 40 Berco snowblower in the winter. The only hesitation is the plastic (reinforced fiberglass) housing. Do narrower decks, e.g. $74.95. What do you think of mower if this is true? I am especially concerned with the nylon composite transmission housing and potential for fatigue cracking due to vibration, etc. I have only found one place in the US that repairs the old Sunstrands. Help. (doing this right, requires some knowledge, and special tools $$$, but removing the engine requires far fewer steps than number 1!) Its almost new. The kit includes everything you need to swap out the transaxle, including a new seat and a new handle. I have a 4 yr, old Craftsman Model # 917.288570 lawn tractor that will not engage in Forward or Reverse. wILL THE tUFF tORQ FIT IN A jOHN dEERE mODEL 145 AUTOMATIC ? The fuel cap is the same unit from the K46. @Joe, I dont know. Now, GT realized that the new owners are used to a quiet transmission so they made a change in early summer to keep more lube up in the gear set when the trans in in reverse. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. Out of the blue the deck stopped engaging, the PTO switch popped out. That was not actually a garden tractor. MTD is using this on many of its least expensive lawn tractors. Do you know what tranny the new 2014 ariens from home depot uses? This is actually the transmission of choice for snow blowers but there are a few mowers like the Snapper Rear Engine Rider that still use this trans. That said. Say, you only drove passenger cars all your life. Take a few minutes to read through the article and the comments. Any sugestions ? K46CR K46CR 00000 01 -0003302 - ( K46CR -HOP / 7A646084320) KEY NO. But, the information you have gotten is old or doesnt apply to the CC30H. The other two are Craftsman Pro made by MTD (Cub Cadet) They have the K58 Garden Tractor transmission. Im thinking its either the transaxle or clutch. @Dixie, The guys over at mytractorforum would be able to help you more than I can. The 20443 and 20445 have the stronger K58 transmission. I like the Cub Cadet CC30H, but the reliability rating is low according to CR. I have a 2007 Husqvarna 2346xls. As far as I know there is only the K46ELD lawn tractor trans and the K66ELD garden tractor trans. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Does your local SearsHomeTown Store still have one? To go right? New parts are expensive but readily available. I have determined that I need to buy a unit with a fabricated deck to get the square cut / flat faced discharge chute [no need to say why but it is a safety issue]. Now it is fine on flats but even for mowing it seems after the transmission warms up after 10 minutes or so, I cant go up the slightest incline no power. Ive been told that this engine is very good & Ive been told by a mechanic who works for a KUBOTA dealer & he says that this engine is junk ! Hi Mark, Thank you for reading and I am very glad you found the correct mower! Its pretty much bullet-proof. They do not list the transmission specs for the mowers (only that it is hydrostatic, and you were able to give me that information). This is sometimes listed as a manual transmission but it is actually a CVT. Again thanks for your time and most valuable experience. I have rebuilt or replaced every system and nearly every component in the tractor, including the now obsolete Sustrand hydro 3 times. lower gears. The belt from the engine to the transmission is always at the proper tension and usually lasts for years. On models with a hydrostatic trans they list it as a hydrostatic one. JavaScript is disabled. Craftsman 25587 42 19 HP Briggs & Stratton Fender Hydro Automatic Riding Mower. Traction control and fabricated deck. or Best Offer. Get in a habit of checking the oil and keeping it filled. bold up better. In front of the right wheel is the parking brake (usually) it should be loose but not bent. $1,199.00 now. Hey Paul I have asked questions about my '09 Exccellerator before and from what I understand it has a hydrogear G730 trans. Thank you! They just have a few different options and paint color. Hi Laurie, I have bad news and good news for you. Thanks for your help Paul. Hi Bill, The exact replacement for your mower is My D140 is 9 years old now and I have 430 hours on it. He spends as much time with his granddaughter as he can. The last time I let my lawn get out of control (an area with 1ft+ tall grass) I was still able to mow at top speed without bogging down, so it would just consume more gas by putting the larger carb on and running at the same RPM to maintain same speed. That said, if you have a lot of landscaping to mow around the hydro is easiest to drive. I may think about getting a tiller attachment, but dont think I can cost-justify the prices. I have a large hilly yard with most inclines less than 5 degrees but a couple of areas are perhaps 20 degrees. Ive been reading the comments that are posted on this site & Im blown away ! is doing the same as before. What models of each are comparable to each other? The Craftsman 27333. That is the right transmission for that mower. One way that I look at this. The biggest issue is it pushes the tractor in a straight line. It has a transmission strong enough for your hills and a deck that will hold up well. I do like the CVT in the Poulan Pro PB20A46. These transmissions are found on the least expensive lawn tractors and are usually listed as 6 or 7 speed. Did they inspect it and tell you the belt from the transmission to the engine was broke or bad? They can be found on garden and lawn tractors. Commonly used in Lawn/Yard Tractors. lower gears different gear ratios? After installing a limited slip in my Jeep I can attest to the traction benefits. For grass collection, spraying/spreading, and general hauling/towing duties, I pull out my late-90s Craftsman 917-273061 garden tractor which dependably oversaw all jobs up until I got the Hustler five years ago. I like the price much better. How much to rebuild or if you have a rebuilt one how much? These batteries then are used to power the lawn mower just like an all electric lawn mower. Thanks again . When you let out the clutch it is now really jerky. Do they have one with the k66 with differential lock with the k66 or higher? The transmission is designed for 42-48 inch deck and 18-20 inch rear wheels. Only spending $1699 wont get you anything capable of the tasks you mention. Am I just getting crappy parts, or is there something wrong with the transmission that is over stressing the link? Blow it off with an air compressor. If everything looks good at this point take it to a mechanic you trust. I would guess GT has tripled their sales for 2015 over last year. What Zero Turn Mower(s) would you recommend for less then one acre, residential usage, some hills (20-30 degrees), durable for 10 years, and less than 4000$. Changing the size of the pullies should affect rear diff speeds. Instead of one bar like a shopping cart, the bar is split in two and you move each side to make it move.). I used Castrol as well, it was the only xW50 oil I could find at the time I did mine 4 years ago. Right? The engine is good and will last. Paul: I am looking to replace by 2000 year model Sears garden tractor. I will be using it about 2-4 hours each week for about 6 months in the summer but not use much if any for about 6 months in the winter. You can get a Craftsman Model 25081 for around $1450 and is the direct replacement to your old Craftsman. It is closer to your budget. I have had belts last 10 years in normal use and I have destroyed the belts in as little as a day trying to pull loads of dirt. John Deere uses it on all of the D140, D150, D160, D170, X300 and X304. An experts opinion will definitely help narrow down the search field with so many options out there. How well do you think this one would hold up for my around the property work compared to your first recommendation? The D130. Please advise asap & thanks for everything ! The insulation around the individual wires of the coil fail over time and eventually the whole winding will short out (and catch on fire if you put too big of a fuse in the wiring). What do you think about deck width. PART NO. The G730 is also bulletproof its faster than the other two trans at 7.5 MPH. Only the Garden tractors with the heavy duty transmissions are designed for ground engaging equipment. Hi Marvin, The E160/170 uses the same transmission as you had in the Bronco. You can find people who have had problems with the K46 in the heavier D160, D170 Deeres and the LGT Husqvarna tractors. Its easily capable of all my needs (snow blower, heavy hauling, rear mounted tiller, etc. Are there any lawn tractors made today without the pedal drive? Marlton, NJ. They dont have any warranty. It takes some practice to start and stop a manual transmission tractor. Update: I am pretty set on the Cub Cadet XT2 GX54. I found some new K66's for under $500 shipped online. Craftsman Pro Series 50 26 HP V-Twin Kohler Garden Tractor with Turn Tight Extreme. We are stumped. I hope to get the Bolens working again, however, for hauling purposes in my yard. Posted: Fri Mar 03, 2017 7:59 am Post subject: Re: K46 tuff torq transaxle T40 Indeed it does indicate the LT166 uses a K51. The 2001 looked bad but come to find out the only thing wrong with it was a bad battery and bad fuel. The garden tractor and estate tractor hydrostatic transmissions are heavier and built to handle heavy loads and ground engaging attachments. One wheel should turn forward and the other in reverse. Most people only get 2-3 years out of the trans. (All the above have to be removed minus any rebuilding in this scenario) 4) Tuff Torq K66 50hr-200hr Oil Change Service. Of these brands, Cub Cadet, Troybilt, and Snapper. John Deere L-Series (L110, L111, L118, 120, L13. Its a dealer only model and your local dealer may have to order one in. A20VA46 46 in. It will last you a long time. Im looking for a simple tractor/mower with longevity/reliability in mind. The 25587 does not have a K46. If the clutch is bad the timing of the fuse blowing will be consistent. These low priced tractors are designed just for mowing lawns and most are not capable of anything else. Nothing heavier like the K66. #1. You need a riding lawn mower that can get you through obstacles rather than just spinning the wheels, or leaving you stuck on an incline. I'm going to buy a YT3000 and am trying to decide between the 6 speed and the hydrostatic. And of course, youll see different types of locking differentials available. But I also have people who dont like the high foot control and the slow reverse in the Element V. So I recommend the K46 if you mow lawn and do light yard work. These transmissions are very easy to use. There hasnt been a gear drive transmission in lawn tractors for almost 20 years now. Ill leave comments on my new to me home owner purchase. It has the 6 speed manual transmission (which is bullet proof) I use the machine as a true ground engaging tractor, pull heavy loads,etc. If you can live with that the tractor is a pretty good deal. I bought an Ariens IKON XL 52 after 2 Toro SS zero turns quit running because they kept throwing the drive belts in less than 2 hours of use. Called Sears service dept and after 30 min they said the 25587 games a k46. Seeing how expensive it is to even rebuild a T40J I wonder how many hours are left on mine. The fabricated deck is stronger than conventional decks and takes a beating well. Hi Randy, it is a K46 but it has the properly sized deck for that transmission. The engine doesnt act like a brake, the trans itself holds the load. I think it has the K46 also, along with the smaller deck. Second question which transmission is best? need a 42 in cut deck , need strong trans.like to do up to 1/4 acre. Craftsman Garden Tractors. Also noticed that the lever with teeth that I am assuming is part of the braking system is bent outwards. Lowes sent it to their service center and the service technician advised Lowes that the transmission failed along with valve covers are leaking and belts are worn. CVTs currently are only in the lawn tractors. (it blows when I hit a bump, or raise the deck, etc.). Other than that it was an excellent tractor and was a staple in the Craftsman line for years. "lower gears" different gear ratios? Would this be a cvt variable pulley type? With the mower turned off sit on the seat and put your hands on the two large levers in front of you. It has the fender speed control also as you mentioned earlier which is the way Im going thanks to you. FREE delivery Sun, Apr 23 on $25 of items shipped by Amazon. These machines are not lawn tractors with electric motors replacing the gas engine but true state of the art electric vehicles. If you ever want to use it to push snow it will hold up. I have a 2 yr JD with a hydrostatic tran D125 with 77hrs. A Kohler or Kawasaki engine with a CVT transmission and heavy gauge deck with mulching included would be great. Twenty years ago the gear drive transmission was the most popular but today automatic hydrostatic and automatic CVT transmissions have replaced them in popularity. Ive read some reviews about a grinding noise in reverse and the Sears people can;t figure it out, and have actually told consumers to trade it for a machine with a hydro-static trans. Maybe somebody have the same problem? Paul, My tractor is a DYT4000 built by AYP, so it is a bit older than I originally thought. Hi David, Yes, it is very frustrating. If its leaving a stepped cut where one side is longer than the other, it may be a major issue with the deck (shell is bent) Look under the deck and meet the two ends of the blades. Not entirely sure that these upgrades are worth $600 though. I have read thru your site extensively and I also got a lot of good information from the page you recommended to JDubs on 2015 tractors over $1500. @Michael, The hydro on the YT3000 Model 28851 will hold up just fine. Help! Would you please go over to https://www.mytractorforum.com/ and ask your question over there. Is John deer mite reliable than husqvarna which brand will last longer. Hydrostatic transmissions are very easy to use. Unlike zero-turn mowers that havetwo independent transaxles, ridingmowers have another feature that works with the transmission to create even more traction: the locking differential. Hey Paul, Shops in my area do not rebuild them due to the high labor $$. I then ordered another one from a different vendor who claimed his part was OEM supplied. CVT Automatic Transmissions Simple to use, ideal for all terrain. i need to stay in the 2 to 3k price range , Is there any hope for that? Lawn Tractor Transmission Types Updated: January 2014. When you engage the clutch (lift your foot off the clutch with the transmission in gear) you are just tightening the belt tensioner. I will check an actual tractor tomorrow. I bought this mower new I guess it was back in 1986. Paul, Ive read your review on the craftsman 20385 but on the sears site it lists the trans as a hydrostatic, not a cvt auto. Fast & Free shipping on many items! There are going to be a few new models introduced sometime around March 1st. Please share with me where you found the k66 kits for under $500..im needing to do the upgrade to my La135 with 172hrs on it :/ thanks. Fill the hydro chamber through port on top of OEM supplied reservoir and bring oil. Thy list the 20390 as an auto. It has been tremendously helpful to me and undoubtedly many thousands of others. Im tired of returning these things as this will be mower number 4 I return to Home Depot and will NOT buy mowers from them again. Maybe buy a Deere, but Deere's with K66 are pricey. Hi Dan, the T2 is the same trans as in the D125/D130 Deeres. Buy an older one that's heavy duty already, or buy a newer model that's heavier. I have a 2012 Husqvarna YTH 22V42 lawn tractor with 340 hours on it with the "DREADED K46 TRANSAXLE". Repuestos. Ariens warranty states to contact Home Depot for the parts and HD has no clue on what to do. That is the engine that he had to work on. What do you think. Not a manual but I believe that it has a cruise control feature. Hello again Paul. How do these 6-7 speeds compare to the say LT2000 or the K46? I sold my old lawn mower to a repair shop. There is one: Craftsman 54 Fast Auto 24 HP Briggs & Stratton V-Twin Turn Tight Garden Tractor Model 20408. Great site. Please Subscribe to my YouTube Channel Please Note:If you click on most of the links in this article and buy any product I will make a small commission from that sale. Right, you push on the handle. Tuff Torq Aftermarket Services 6041 Hunter Road Talbott TN 37877. Do any of the Husquvarna GT models use the K66 or heavier in their equipment? In other words the parking brake is automatic on the General Transmissions CVT. Contrast that with an open differential, in which the left and right axles can rotate at different speeds. It uses the new heavy-duty automatic CVT. Thanks again. thanks again The engine is just about shot. Co., Ltd. Dec 18, 2018 / Info About K46 Thru K72 Transaxles. The two I will show you have the Tuff Torq K58. Hi Marc, I never suggest rebuilding a hydro. The K46 is the most popular integrated hydrostatic transaxle (IHT) in the worldand for good reason. Its not bad its just different. Thanks for your help. It has the hydro lever on the fender. You can get this tractor at Home Depot or you local Cub Cadet Dealer. It is a good, dependable transmission when used properly. This guide is here to help. If I had the Craftsman tractor we are discussing I would have no problems or worries doing the same thing many times over the next 10 years. This technology is beneficial because it uses less fuel to mow your lawn and is quieter than using lawn tractors with larger engines. Hi Neal, here is an article on the trans. Hi Keith, just to keep the facts straight. OxCart Utility Cart Review The Best Dump Yard Cart? To go in reverse put the fender lever in R and press on the right foot pedal. 25-HP V-Twin Kohler, Craftsman 54 Fast Auto 24 HP Briggs & Stratton V-Twin Turn Tight Garden Tractor Model 20408. I have been looking at the Poulan Pro PB20A46 with the 20 HP Kohler engine and the cvt transmission. Hi Paul, I am on the market for a new riding mower, looking at the Cub Cadet XT2 LX42 EFI. The new Craftsman tractors are really doing well. Going green The Best Electric Riding Mowers, Lawn Tractors and ZTRs. What lawn baggers will work I want a three bag but they are \telling me they only have a two bag version for the 27038, but I see a three bag version on the site that fits42-46 mowers ?? 2. Thanks for the feedback.I will likely try to fix the mohawk and sell the D130. I was paying $50 week for one property (not huge but way < 4 acres) and the problem was the poor cut quality. The K66 Upgrade Kit is a complete DIY replacement solution for your broken or . There seems to be only a hand full of these mowers. The K58 in the Deere is the same transmission that Cub Cadet and Craftsman Pro are also using in tractors costing $1000 less than the Deere. The K62 is similar to the K66. I either need to rebuild it or replace. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Subscribe to our mailing list and get interesting stuff and updates to your email inbox. Paul; cheers I also talked to a Husqvarna dealer and he wasnt too excited about the RS 800. Electric Riding Mower Lithium-Ion and Lead Acid Battery- 10 Best Tips. I cannot find any reviews about it. I recently purchased my first piece of property so now Ive been researching lawn tractors until everything is becoming a blurred mess in my head. They will bend and give in places where aluminum will crack and steel will bend and not spring back (and get a memory). It will cost between $400 and $800 to replace the trans. If the CVT still scares you here is my article with the other Poulan Pro tractors with Hydros. You can mount a 2 bin bagger or pull a small yard cart full of leaves but I dont suggest it for anything else. I dont expect it to be a true hydro for the cheap price HD is asking for it. The bad news is: Four acres is a lot of lawn to mow and I really cant think of any tractor under $1699 that will be dependable and do the job for you. in it however I have not been able to get any specs on it. It will do fine on your lawn. So, Im not even interested in finding that out. It is not allowing the mower to move on that side. The 22 inch wheels and the 54-inch deck is too big for the lawn tractor transmission. Here's where some of you bawked at the cost outlay ($2250). The K46 is probably the most common hydro-static transmission used in lawn mowers. Understand your description of the manual drive train and see they all use belts, but is just a matter of how they are engaged. Many people seem to have high-hopes for CVT transmissions. , Hey Paul Im back! I would say that you will have no issues with the trans. Thanks. But I started to have issues with the low level K46 ( the second 'NEW' trans with just a little under 100 hours) getting slower and slower. Have these plastic housings proven them selves in the field for say 10 years? In addition with a sears card you can either get 5% of no interest for 12 months. I ask because for my next garden tractor, I want to make sure I dont end up with a fragile transmission. Turn Tight Automatic Riding Mower. Recently got a 917_259530 hydro by craftsman that was running fine but now it wont move either direction now and I feel a slight tug. John Deere is continuing to use them in some of the 100 series lawn tractors. 2. that I cannot use. If you would like a heavier duty 46 inch look at the 20385. I have been using it to mow last fall and so far this year (my Dixon zero-turn has failed permanently) I also use it to pull 600-800 lb loads of dirt, sand and landscape rocks. I suggest going to mytractorforum.com, create a free account and asking in the John Deere section. IHT Transaxle series K (K46, K57, K58, K62, K66, K72)Hydraulic Equipments,Transmissions and Marine GearsProductsKanzaki Kokyukoki Mfg. So what gives with this? Hello Paul. Any concern on the transmission of the ~2004 Simplicity Regent Hydro 14? The tuff Torq site lists the specs on a comparison chart. Is the Ariens a belt drive or a hydrostatic? Answer (1 of 3): TuffTorque makes variations within models to satisfy the equipment manufacturers. They will be glad to help you. If you want a manual transmission (a real one not an inline 6 speed) youll have to go to a sub-compact tractor. Has the traction control but still the k46 transmission. To go forward push the fender lever forward or press on the large pedal on the floor board. Add a direction reversing lever in the control rod. I dont know which models are at your Home Depot. Im concerned about transmission strength without having to get a K57 or larger for basic around the property non-mowing work. Hi B.C. I think the current price of K66 kit is $1600. Thanks. Do you like thaht tractor? (Everyone wanted Craftsman to sell a lawn tractor with a Kohler but no one wanted to pay the extra price). If you would like to move up to a V-Twin here is the review of the 20390. Hi Dennis, As usual, whoever you talked to didnt know the Craftsman line. If the blades you have are shortertheres your problem. Thanks for a great and informative website. We have a manual trans mission Gt 5000. Its probably a T2 or smaller trans and Its designed for mowing lawns and little else. I used it to mow and to pull an overloaded yard cart up hills for years, but that finally caught up with me. (In higher gears it will pop the front wheels off the ground) I expect the belt to fail completely sometime this year. Reservdelar. Ive gotten some good info off of this site already, will appreciate any more you can provide to help out. In general, the K66 is a much stronger axle in every way. Joe. You put in a new fuse and it works for about 10 minutes and then blows the fuse. What do you think. Which one would you recommend since both of them have the same specs besides the size of the deck? The second tractor is a dealer only model. Also looked at one in the store today. 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