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Ariens RM1028 vs Ariens S-10G
Verdict: Ariens RM1028 vs Ariens S-10G
The Ariens RM1028 and the Ariens S-10G are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 10 hp. Ariens RM1028 is the lighter machine (145 kg vs 383 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Ariens S-10G holds more fuel (17.0 L vs 2.8 L) for longer stints between fills. Ariens RM1028 is the newer design (2000 vs 1976). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.
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Fit & specs
Ariens
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Ariens
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
10 hp
10 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
AriensReference
AriensReference
air-cooled vertical-shaftReference
air-cooled horizontal-shaftReference
Steering
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manualReference
Engine
Fuel tank
2.8 LReference
17.0 LReference
Displacement
28.4 ciReference
23.9 ciReference
Bore/Stroke
87 x 78 mmReference
83 x 73 mmReference
Power (gross)
7.5 kWReference
7.5 kWReference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Air cleaner
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dry element with foam precleanerReference
Sparkplug gap
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0.635 mmReference
Transmission
Transmission
Disc-O-MaticReference
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Gears
6 forward and 1 reverseReference
4 forward and 1 reverseReference
Oil capacity
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5.2 LReference
Oil type
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SAE 5W-30Reference
PTO & Hydraulics
Mid PTO
independentReference
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Clutch
idler pulleyReference
electricReference
Rear Type
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0Reference
Rear PTO
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OptionalReference
Front PTO
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independentReference
Front PTO Type
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3600Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
115 cmReference
121 cmReference
Weight
145 kgReference
383 kgReference
Front tire
4.10-3.50x4.00Reference
16x6.50-8Reference
Rear tire
16.6x5x8.00Reference
23x8.50-10Reference
Lawn/turf front
4.10-3.50x4.00Reference
16x6.50-8Reference
Lawn/turf rear
16.6x5x8.00Reference
23x8.50-10Reference
Length
158 cmReference
189 cmReference
Height (steering wheel)
99 cmReference
121 cmReference
Width
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109 cmReference
Shipping weight
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383 kgReference
Ariens RM1028 attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Charging system
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flywheel alternatorReference
Charging amps
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15Reference
Battery CCA
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255Reference
Battery AH
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39Reference
Attachment overview
28" Mower deck
Type
friction discReference
shaft-driven gearReference
Cutting width
71 cmReference
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Overall width
88 cmReference
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Cut height
3 to 8 cmReference
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Cut positions
5Reference
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Ariens S-10G attachments
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.