Sears Suburban 12

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The Sears Suburban 12 is a classic garden tractor renowned within the Sears Suburban series and retains a distinguished place among vintage tractor enthusiasts. Designed for a variety of lawn and garden tasks, this tractor was produced from 1966 to 1971 by David Bradley until 1969 and thereafter by Roper. It boasts a durable, air-cooled Tecumseh HH120 engine with a single cylinder and a displacement of 27.6 cubic inches that yields 12 horsepower at 3,600 RPM. Its drivetrain is characterized by a simple yet reliable belt-driven gear transmission that offers six forward and two reverse gears, quick enough for its garden tasks, peaking at a modest 6 mph forward speed. Featuring manual steering, mechanical band brakes, and a comfortable open operator station, the Suburban 12 is designed for ease of use and accessibility. This tractor's small footprint, with a length of 65 inches, width of 34.6 inches, and height of 39.4 inches, makes it ideal for maneuvering around tight spaces in a home garden.
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Key Specifications

Category: Lawn and Garden

Power Output: 12

Transmission: Belt-driven gear

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 701

Fuel Type: Gasoline

Sears Suburban 12 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Below Average
Greater than 22% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Average
Greater than 66% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Tecumseh
Model
HH120
Cooling Type
Air-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Horizontal
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Induction Type
Naturally Aspirated
Cylinders
1
Displacement (ci)
27.6
Bore (in)
3.5
Stroke (in)
2.87
Rated RPM
3600
Power Output (hp)
12

Transmission

Type
Belt-driven gear
Forward Gears
6
Reverse Gears
2
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
65
Width (in)
34.6
Height (in)
39.4
Operating Weight (lb)
701

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type
-
PTO Speed 1 (rpm)
-
PTO Speed 2 (rpm)
-
PTO Speed 3 (rpm)
-

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Manual
Coolant Capacity (qts)
-
Front Tire Diameter (in)
-
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
-
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
Lawn/turf
Manufacture - End Year
1971
Hitch Type
Sears 3-Point (optional)
Hitch Category
-
Hitch Position
-
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
Open
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
Mechanical Band
Hydraulic System Type
-