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Ford LS35 9861898 vs Ford LS45
Verdict: Ford LS35 9861898 vs Ford LS45
The Ford LS35 9861898 and the Ford LS45 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Ford LS45 leads on rated power with 16 hp against 15 hp. Ford LS35 9861898 is the lighter machine (231 kg vs 510 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. In short: choose the Ford LS45 for outright pulling power, or the Ford LS35 9861898 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
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Fit & specs
Ford
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Ford
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
15 hp
16 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Distributor
FordReference
FordReference
Manufacturer
ToroReference
ToroReference
Foot-pedal controlled hydrostatic transmission with optional cruise control.Reference
The gear-drive LS45 was produced from 1994 to 1996, only the hydrostatic was available after that time.Reference
Hydro Brakes
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mechanical bandReference
Variants
264
similar Wheel Horse modelReference
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9861899
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gearReference
9861900
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hydrostaticReference
266-H
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similar Wheel Horse modelReference
Engine
Fuel tank
14.8 LReference
14.8 LReference
Displacement
26 ciReference
38.1 ciReference
Bore/Stroke
90 x 67 mmReference
77 x 67 mmReference
Power (gross)
11.2 kWReference
11.9 kWReference
Rated RPM
3600Reference
3600Reference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
3.3 LReference
3.3 LReference
Transmission
Transmission
Tuff Torq K61Reference
PeerlessReference
Type
belt-driven hydrostaticReference
gearReference
Gears
infinite forward and reverseReference
6 forward and 1 reverseReference
Gear Brakes
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deckReference
Gear Weight
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231 kgReference
Gear Ground clearance
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20 cmReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Mid PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
electro-magneticReference
electro-magneticReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
125 cmReference
125 cmReference
Weight
231 kgReference
510 to 521 poundsReference
Front tire
16x6.50-8Reference
16x6.50-8Reference
Rear tire
23x9.50-12Reference
23x10.50-12Reference
Lawn/turf front
16x6.50-8Reference
16x6.50-8Reference
Lawn/turf rear
23x9.50-12Reference
23x10.50-12Reference
Length
175 cmReference
175 cmReference
Width
89 cmReference
89 cmReference
Height (steering wheel)
107 cmReference
107 cmReference
Ground clearance
18 cmReference
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Front axle
Cast-ironReference
Cast-ironReference
Hydro Weight
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236 kgReference
Hydro Ground clearance
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18 cmReference
Ford LS35 attachments
LS35 Serial Number Location
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
15Reference
15Reference
Battery CCA
200Reference
280Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Attachment overview
Ford LS45 attachments
LS45 Serial Number Location
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.