Bolens 1886

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Bolens 1886 is a compact lawn and garden tractor built from 1971 to 1972. It's part of Bolens' Large Frame series and is perfect for homeowners with big yards or small farms. This tractor has a 2-wheel drive system and manual steering, making it easy to control.

Under the hood, the Bolens 1886 packs a punch with its Kohler K482S engine. This air-cooled, gasoline-powered engine has 2 cylinders and produces 18 horsepower. It has a very high engine displacement for its class and runs at a very high rated RPM of 3600. The tractor uses a hydrostatic transmission, giving it smooth, infinite forward and reverse speeds. It also features an independent PTO, electric starter, and disc brakes for added convenience and safety. With its open operator station and lawn/turf tires, this tractor is built for comfort and performance on grassy areas.

Key Specifications

Category: Lawn and Garden

Power Output: 18 hp (13.4 kW)

Transmission: Shaft-driven Hydrostatic

Drive Type: 2WD

Fuel Type: Gasoline

Bolens 1886 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Bolens 1886 is Average. It is greater than 50% of similar Lawn and Garden tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Lawn and Garden tractors

(across 0.3K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Bolens 1886 is Excellent. It is greater than 92% of similar Lawn and Garden tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Lawn and Garden tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Bolens 1886 is Average. It is greater than 56% of similar Lawn and Garden tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Lawn and Garden tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: Kohler
Model: K482S
Cooling Type: Air-cooled
Fuel Type: Gasoline
Induction Type: Natural Aspiration
Cylinders: 2
Displacement: 48 ci (0.8 L)
Bore: 3.25 in (82.5 mm)
Stroke: 2.87 in (72.9 mm)
Rated RPM: 3600
Power Output: 18 hp (13.4 kW)