Bolens QS-16

Bolens QS-16The Bolens QS-16 is a garden tractor model manufactured from 1974 to 1977 by Bolens. It was available in a two-wheel drive (2WD) version.

The Bolens QS-16 is equipped with a 588 cc (35.9 cu·in) single-cylinder gasoline engine with 95.3 mm (3.75 in) of the cylinder bore and 82.6 mm (3.25 in) of the piston stroke, and a shaft-driven hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse gears.

The Bolens QS-16 garden tractor features:

  • The Kohler K341 gasoline engine which produces 16.2 PS (11.9 kW; 16.0 HP) at 3,600 rpm of horsepower
  • Manual steering
  • Disc brakes
  • Open operator station or Soft-side cab (optional)
  • Category 0 rear hitch (optional)
  • Independent middle PTO with electric clutch
  • Independent rear PTO with 2000 rpm (optional)

General specifications

General Specifications
ModelBolens QS-16
Tractor typeGarden tractor
Production years1974-1977
Factory
Dimensions and weight
Length1,790 mm (70.5 in)
Width760 mm (29.9 in)
Height1,140 mm (44.9 in)
Wheel base
Ground clearance190 mm (7.5 in)
Weight385 kg (849 lbs)
Fuel capacity
Fuel tank capacity

Engine

Engine Specifications
Engine modelK341
Engine type4-stroke, L-head (side valve), single-cylinder
Displacement588 cm3, (35.9 cu·in)
Bore and stroke95.3 mm X 82.6 mm (3.75 in X 3.25 in)
Max. horsepower16.2 PS (11.9 kW; 16.0 HP) at 3,600 rpm
Cooling systemForced air
Lubricating systemSplash type
Fuel systemCarburetor
Starting systemElectirc starter
Compression pressure
Normal:7.7-8.4 kg/cm2 (7.6-8.3 bar, 110-120 psi) / 1,000 rpm
Valve clearance
Intake valve clearance:0.20-0.25 mm (0.0079-0.0098 in)
Exhaust valve clearance:0.43-0.48 mm (0.0169-0.0189 in)
Oil system
Lubrication system:Splash type
Oil type:API SF or SG
Recommended oil: Summer: SAE 30W
Winter: SAE 5W-20, 5W-30
Oil capacity:1.4 L (1.5 US. qt, 1.2 Imp. qt.)
Ignition system
Spark plug:Champion RH10
Spark plug gap:0.65 mm (0.0256 in)
Spark plug torque:27 N·m (2.8 kg·m, 19.9 ft·lb)

Transmission and chassis

Chassis, steering and brakes
Chassis4×2 2WD
Steering typeManual
BrakesDisc
Transmission
Transmission manufacturer or modelSundstrand 15
Transmission typeShaft-driven hydrostatic
GearsInfinite forward and reverse
Speed Forward: 12.9 kmh (8.0 mph)
Reverse: 6.4 kmh (4.0 mph)
Transmission oil capacity9.5 L (2.5 US. gal, 2.1 Imp. gal.)

Tires

Tires
Front tires
Rear tires

Rear Hitch

Three-Point Hitch
Category0 (optional)
Control type
Lift capacity (at ends)

PTO (Power take-off shaft)

PTO
Middle PTO typeIndependent with electric clutch
Middle PTO speed
Rear PTO typeIndependent (optional)
Rear PTO speed2000 rpm

Electrical system

Electrical system
GroundNegative
Charging systemFlywheel alternator
Charging amps15A
Battery12V

Attachments

Bolens 48″ mid-mount mower deck
Cutting width1,210 mm (48 in)
Bolens 54″ front-mount blade
Cutting width1,370 mm (54 in)
Bolens 42″ front-mount single-stage snow blower
Width1,060 mm (42 in)
Bolens 46″ front-mount two-stage snow blower
Width1,160 mm (46 in)
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