Kimbers Inc
Encore MFG

Encore Manufacturing Hydro Walk-Behind Mowers

Specifications

Hydro-Drive

WB36K13H

WB48K15H

WB48K17H

WB48K17ESH

Engine

13HP Kaw

15HP Kaw

17HP Kaw

17HP Kaw

Engine 13 HP Kawasaki 15 HP Kawasaki 17 HP Kawasaki
Model# FH381V FH430V FH541V
Displacement 431 cc (26.3 in3) 431 cc (26.3 in3) 585 cc (35.6 in3)
Cylinders Two w/ cast iron cylinder liners Two w/ cast iron cylinder liners Two w/ cast iron cylinder liners
Crankcase Cap. 1.8 U.S. Qt. (1.7 L) 1.8 U.S. Qt. (1.7 L) 1.8 U.S. Qt. (1.7 L)
Bore 2.56 in. (65mm) 2.56 in. (65mm) 2.91 in. (74mm)
Stroke 2.56 in. (65 mm) 2.56 in. (65 mm) 2.68 in. (68 mm)
Speed, Fast 3600 RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Operating Range 3250-3600 RPM 3250-3600 RPM 3250-3600 RPM
Valving OHV OHV OHV
Oil Filter Full Flow Replaceable Full Flow Replaceable Full Flow Replaceable
Lubrication Full Pressure Full Pressure Full Pressure
Cooling Air Air Air
Air Cleaner Heavy-Duty KAI System Heavy-Duty KAI System Heavy-Duty KAI System

Deck

36" Deck

48" Deck

Deck #10 ga. (.130) Fabricated w/ fully welded seams
Deck Plate #7 ga. (.180), placed to assure blade alignment and reduce vibration which maintains even cut
Side Skirts #7 ga. (.180)
Rear Deck #11 ga. (.120)
Bumper 1 1/4" tubular bumper which adds strength and protection from damage
Paint Powder Coated for extended color and gloss
Overall Width 36 1/2", (46" w/ chute) 49", (58 1/2 " w/ chute)
Cutting Height 1"-4" in 1/4" increments
Pulleys #7 ga. Split steel w/ double hex hub
Spindles Maintenance free, cast aluminum, large sealed precision ball bearings
Grass Chute   Oversized chute on 48" model keeps chute clear in wet conditions

Hydro Drive

Hydro Pumps 2-Hydro-Gear Pumps (BDP-10A), Belt Driven, Variable Displacememnt Piston Pumps w/ High Temp Seals
Wheel Motors Parker Torqmotor, heavy-duty, high efficiency, low speed, high torque, high temp seals, 1" tapered shaft
Lines & Hoses Steel lines from pump to motor dissipate heat from main drive circuit, "flare-O" fittings helps maintain leak free system
Linkage Nylon reinforced rod ends for reduced wear and reduces free travel
Forward Speed 0 to 5.5 MPH
Oil Type 15W50 Synthetic Engine Oil resists high running temps
Reservoir Capacity 3 Qt. oil tank with full flow spin on suction filter
Steering Forward, Reverse, turning and stopping are all within a finger's reach on the pistol-grip hand controls

Blades

36" Deck

48" Deck

Length & # 18" high lift x 2 16" high lift x 3
Tip Speed 19,000 ft. min.
Width 2.5"
Thickness .203, 1055 heat treated, austempered to R50

Tires

Front Castors Double yoke strut gives added life and strength to bearings. Smooth tread 4-ply, 4.10-3.5X4 tire with innertube w/ regreasable full length roller bearings and replaceable hub axle tube
Belt Drive Wheels 13-5.0X6, 2-ply, pneumatic 13-6.5X6, 2-ply, pneumatic. Bolt on rim pulleys for better serviceability
Wide Track Wheel Base     34" center to center wheel base

Fuel

Type Regular Unleaded Gasoline
Tank Capacity 6 gallons, Polyethylene Removeable Tank

Weight

Complete 503 lbs. 562 lbs.

Warranty

Blade Spindles 2 Years (90 Day Rental)
Hydro Pumps 2 Years (90 Day Rental)
Wheel Motors 2 Years (90 Day Rental)
Engine 2 Years (90 Day Rental)
Encore Materials & Labor 2 Years (90 Day Rental)
Peerless Trasmission 1 Year (90 Day Rental)
Deck* 10 Years (90 Day Rental)
*The deck is warranted to the original owner ony to be free from defects in materials and workmanship of fabricated steel components for a period of ten years from the original date of purchase.