Kimbers Inc
Encore MFG

Encore Manufacturing Walk-Behind Mowers

Specifications

Belt-Drive

WB32K13

WB36K13

WB48K15

WB48K17

Engine

13HP Kaw

15HP 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

32" 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 33 1/3", (42 5/6" w/ chute) 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

Belt Drive

Transmission 5-Speed Peerless w/ reverse assist, 9-spline couplers for added wear
Belts Two "A" section, cogged matched V-Belts per wheel
Steering Pistol grip hand controls for easy fingertip controls activate 6" brake bands for longer wear and easier operation. Operator presence control for safety
Forward Speed 1 to 5 MPH

Blades

32" Deck

36" Deck

48" Deck

Length & # 16 " high lift x 2 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 432 lbs. 453 lbs. 512 lbs.

Warranty

Blade Spindles 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.