50

Overview
The model 50 was the economy riding mower and smallest riding mower Ford offered at the time. It was overall smaller than the models 60 and 65 that were sold at the same time.

Engine

 * 5 HP Briggs and Stratton 130902
 * Single cylinder, 4-cycle, air-cooled
 * Min. Governed speed: 1750 RPM
 * Max. Governed speed: 3400- 3900 RPM
 * Oil capacity: 1 3/4 pints
 * Fuel capacity: 2 quarts
 * Manual recoil start
 * Oil foam air cleaner

Transmission
The transmission was a 3 speed with reverse Peerless transmission. A separate clutch pedal allowed changing of gears, while the brake was activated with a different pedal. The rear wheels were connected to the transmission through a chain running down to the rear axle, which has its own differential on the axle.

Mower
The 50 came standard with single blade 26 in. mower deck. Height adjustment allowed for cutting heights between 1 1/2 in. to 3 1/2 in. 2 steel gauge wheels at the rear sides of the deck provided some anti-scalping action.

Features
Standard Equipment: Optional Accessories:
 * Pan seat with cushion
 * 26 in. single blade mower
 * Rear tow hitch for pull-behind attachments
 * Leaf mulcher

Other Specifications
Tires:  Front: 10.25 x 3.25, semi-pneumatic, rib tread         Rear: 13 x 5.00 x 6, 2-ply, terra tread