Overview
The AMF 1282 is a versatile lawn tractor manufactured in Des Moines, Iowa, between 1971 and 1974, featuring an 8HP Briggs & Stratton air-cooled gasoline engine. This 2WD model is equipped with a three-speed gear transmission and a manual recoil starter, offering a straightforward mechanical design for residential and farm utility tasks.
Ideal Applications
Lawn Maintenance:
Utilize the 36-inch mid-mount mower deck and specialized lawn/turf tires to efficiently groom grass while minimizing ground disturbance.
Seasonal Property Care:
Adapt to winter conditions by equipping the tractor with a snowblower or blade attachment for clearing paths and managing debris.
General Utility:
Navigate properties using the 3-speed gear transmission and manual steering, supported by a compact 63-inch length for maneuverable operation.
Production
| Description | Lawn tractor / Built in Des Moines, Iowa, USA / Original price was $595 in 1973 |
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| Manufacturer | AMF |
Engine
| Description | 8HP Briggs & Stratton 1-cyl gasoline |
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| Description | Briggs & Stratton / gasoline / 1-cylinder / air-cooled vertical-shaft |
| Power (gross) | 8 hp (6.0 kW) |
| Starter type | manual recoil |
Transmission
| Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
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| Transmission type | 3-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
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| Description | Manual steering |
| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
Dimensions & Tires
| Lawn/turf front | 15-6.00 |
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| Lawn/turf rear | 18-8.50 |
| Height (steering wheel) | 38 inches (96 cm) |
| Length | 63 inches (160 cm) |
| Front tire | 15-6.00 |
| Rear tire | 18-8.50 |
AMF 1282 attachments
| Description | 36" mid-mount mower deck / snowblower / blade |
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References
| Description | Lawnmowers to take for granted published in 1971, by AMF |
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Variants
| 1281 | electric start |
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| 1282 | recoil start |