**Bolens 5100 Series DuraTrac Tractors: A Comprehensive Overview**

**Unveiling Power and Precision in Lawn and Garden Maintenance**

The Bolens 5100 Series DuraTrac Tractors are an embodiment of engineering excellence, designed to empower homeowners and professionals alike with unparalleled power, efficiency, and versatility in their lawn and garden maintenance endeavors. These tractors seamlessly blend advanced technology with rugged construction, ensuring exceptional performance and durability in the face of demanding tasks and diverse landscaping conditions.

**Engineered for Unrivaled Power**

At the heart of the 5100 Series DuraTrac Tractors lies a robust and reliable 20-horsepower Kohler® Command Pro engine, renowned for its exceptional torque and seamless power delivery. This engine boasts a generous 725cc displacement and an efficient overhead valve (OHV) design, enabling it to effortlessly tackle even the most challenging lawn mowing, tilling, and snow removal tasks.

**Exceptional Transmission for Seamless Operation**

Complementing the powerful engine is an advanced hydrostatic transmission system that provides smooth and effortless gear changes. This intuitive transmission allows operators to seamlessly adjust their speed and direction, ensuring precise maneuvering and optimal control in varying terrains and conditions. Whether navigating tight corners, maneuvering through obstacles, or conquering inclines, the 5100 Series DuraTrac Tractors deliver unparalleled maneuverability and ease of use.

**Versatile Deck System for Flawless Cutting**

Equipped with a robust 48-inch cutting deck, the 5100 Series DuraTrac Tractors can effortlessly handle a wide range of mowing tasks. The deck's durable construction ensures longevity and resistance to wear and tear, while its adjustable cutting height allows for precise control over the desired turf length. Furthermore, the deck's efficient mulching capabilities transform grass clippings into a nutrient-rich mulch, promoting healthier lawn growth and reducing waste.

**Advanced Features for Enhanced Convenience**

The 5100 Series DuraTrac Tractors are packed with thoughtful features that enhance user convenience and maximize productivity. A high-back seat with adjustable lumbar support provides exceptional comfort during extended mowing sessions, while an ergonomic control panel keeps critical functions within easy reach. Moreover, the tractors are equipped with cruise control, allowing operators to maintain a constant speed without the need for manual throttle adjustment.

**Rugged Construction for Demanding Applications**

Crafted from high-quality materials and engineered to withstand the rigors of outdoor use, the 5100 Series DuraTrac Tractors are built to last. A robust frame ensures structural integrity and protection against damage, while a heavy-duty front axle and cast-iron steering components guarantee durability and stability in the most challenging conditions. These tractors are designed to endure years of reliable service, delivering unparalleled value and performance.

**Versatility Beyond Mowing**

The 5100 Series DuraTrac Tractors are not merely limited to mowing tasks. These versatile machines can be equipped with a range of attachments, transforming them into true all-season workhorses. With the addition of a snow blade, trailer hitch, or tiller, these tractors become indispensable for snow removal, hauling, and soil cultivation tasks, making them the ultimate choice for year-round outdoor maintenance.

**Conclusion**

The Bolens 5100 Series DuraTrac Tractors stand as a testament to engineering excellence, combining power, efficiency, and versatility into a single package. These tractors are designed to empower homeowners and professionals alike, providing them with the tools they need to maintain their lawns and gardens with precision and ease. Whether you seek to conquer challenging mowing jobs, clear snow-covered driveways, or till the soil for a flourishing garden, the 5100 Series DuraTrac Tractors are the perfect choice, delivering unparalleled performance and durability that will exceed your expectations.

This is the Repair Service Work Shop Manual for Bolens DuraTrac Series Tractors model 5117H DGT1700, 5118H GT1800, 5120H GT2000 Riding Mowers. This manual contains all the information you need to properly perform complex repairs on the entire machine, excluding engines. Engine repair manuals sold separately.

- Repair Service WorkShop Manual: 104-Pages 8-Sections

For do it yourself servicing, teardowns, repairs, adjustments, and complete specifications. The pages are very clear and clean, pictures are great with detail, alot of detailed repair information in a very technical manual.

Index:

General
Electrical System
Drive Train
Fuel system
Chassis
Hydraulic System
Engine & Clutch PTO
Tractor Attachments, mowers, tiller, snowthrowers

Easy to read exploded views to make easy identification, careful disassembly, accurate adjustment, and correct repairs. All sections are neatly organized in Adobe Acrobat, the entire document is scalable to several times normal size. Tons of illustrations, specifications, lots of pictures, step-by-step instructions, special tool info etc.

This is exactly like the original manual made for these Bolens DuraTrac Series Tractors model 5117H DGT1700, 5118H GT1800, 5120H GT2000 Riding Lawn Mowers; the only difference is this one is not paper, and doesn't need to be shipped. You get it right away! Zoom it, print it, save it, close it. Print a few pages at a time, as you need; no need to lug that bulky binder around anymore.

Once you buy the manual, you will immediately get a link in your email, then just go view it, print it, and save it to your computer for many more uses later on. Viewed in the most popular Adobe Acrobat viewer which most computers have already; to download the free viewer, go to www(dot)adobe(dot)com



About Bolens

Bolens was founded in 1850, and has grown to become one of the most respected names in outdoor power equipment. Milestones in the Bolens heritage include the introduction in 1919 of the first power driven GT garden tractor. Seven thousand of these early machines were sold to enthusiastic customers, and Bolens outdoor power equipment was on its way to becoming famous.

Immediately following World War II Bolens was acquired by FMC Corporation, maker of the Ride Master. They continued in production of outdoor equipment. A progressive engineering program was begun and new designs met growing new demands as Americans in increasing numbers discovered Bolens riding power equipment as a means of reducing the time and effort required for yard care. In 1947, Bolens introduced the first compact tractor. The Husky 600 then made its appearance in 1961 and set a new standard for all compact tractors. Bolens again impacted the industry in 1963 with introduction of the Estate Keeper; the Bolens Estate Keeper was a unique years ahead concept in compact tractors.

Each product bearing the Bolens trademark is backed by their 150 year heritage, and by the extensive research and development facilities of FMC Corporation.

The earliest of the Bolens company was actually the J.E. Gilson / H.W. Bolens Manufacturing Co. working together making chair irons and garden tools. Originally started as a joint partnership in Port Washington, Wisconsin. Gilson sold out to Bolens in 1914 and went seperate paths. Bolens from that point on had become the worldwide leader in the manufacturing of Outdoor Power Equipment.

Located in the same building since 1894 they went on to invent and make the world's first self contained four wheel riding garden tractor, along with the first mulching mower design that is still patented to this very day, and also one of the first hydrostatic transmission drive systems ever implemented on a garden tractor GT (Bolens Husky 1250).

The biggest misconception of the Bolens Company today is that they are out of business. The Bolens company is still a very active company today. First under the Garden Way Troy-Bilt name, they were still the same Bolens product for years. Garden Way purchased Bolens in 1988 and purchased TroyBilt many years before that. Although all of Bolens equipment was under the Troybilt name, the tractors and lawnmowers were of Bolens design and standards. TroyBilt made tillers and accsessories, Bolens makes the garden tractors GT, the same way they always did, cast iron shaft driven transmission, pto driven mowing decks.

In the Summer of 2001, Garden Way filed bankruptcy, auctioned everything off to pay debt, and what was left of the Bolens Troy Bilt tradition was sold to MTD Products. MTD keeps both brand names going, Troy Bilt and Bolens. MTD is able to market both brands worldwide, and the same continues to this day.



About Garden Way Manufacturing Company

Garden Way Manufacturing of Troy, NY was the original manufacturer of Bolens Tractthe much celebrated Troy Bilt rotary tillers. The mere mention of the name Troy Bilt tiller signified rough, tough, well built, durable, and overall good old fashioned down home performance.

Troy Bilt became as infamous a brand name, as some larger companies with their products such as Wheel Horse tractors, Cub Cadet tractors, Bolens Husky tractors, etc. Garden Way Manufacturing also earned a name in building chippers, shredders, chipper vacs, snowthrowers, etc.Some of the less familiar Troy-Bilt product names include: Speedy Hoe, Tomahawk, Junior Tomahawk, PTO Tomahawk, Super Tomahawk.

But by far the most famous product names of the Gardenway / Troy Bilt line were the tillers; Tuffy tiller, Junior tiller, Pony tiller, Econo Horse tiller, Horse standard tiller, and Horse professional tiller.

Bolens, Troy Bilt and Gardenway were brands that acquired ultimately by MTD Products, also known as Cub Cadet.



About MTD

MTD - Modern Tool and Die, was founded in 1932 and is currently headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio. MTD started as a tool and die supplier to the local manufacturing community. Through hard work, dedication, integrity and an emphasis on customer service, MTD quickly gained a reputation as a high quality tool and die supplier, and this reputation helped the company make the natural expansion into steel stampings.

The company first became involved with consumer products by supplying stampings to the toy industry, but this expanded quickly to include complete entire products such as tricycles. Wheelbarrows were added to the consumer product line in the early 1950s, and this simple product line had profound effects.

Satisfied customers encouraged MTD to expand the product offerings for the yard, and in 1958 the company produced its first power lawnmowers, starting a large ripple in the business of outdoor power equipment.

Today, MTD is a leading global manufacturer of outdoor power equipment, producing equipment for both residential and commercial markets. These products include walk behind lawn mowers, riding lawnmowers, zero turn mowers, lawn tractors, garden tractors, the yard bug, and more. MTDs engineering expertise and state of the art facilities have led to them being known for innovative and award winning products. Throughout the years, MTD has earned a reputation around the world for excellence in quality and service.

In 1981 MTD Products purchased the Cub Cadet brand from International Harvester IH. Cub Cadet was held as a wholly owned subsidiary for many years following this acquisition, which allowed them to operate independently. In recent years, MTD has taken a more aggressive role and integrated Cub Cadet into its other lines of outdoor power equipment.

In 2008, the MTD brands included Cub Cadet, Cub Cadet Commercial, Cub Cadet Yanmar, Troy-Bilt Troy Bilt, White Outdoor, Yard Man, Yard Machines, Bolens, Arnold, GardenWay, MTD Pro and MTD Gold. MTD products can be found in a variety of large retailers such as home improvement stores; Lowes, Home Depot, Walmart. And in hardware stores, mass retailers, independent dealers and farm supply stores.

MTD manufactures a wide variety of their walk behind lawn mowers, riding lawnmowers, zero turn mowers, lawn tractors, and garden tractors for third party retailers, under the retailers private label. Some of these retailers are:

YARDMACHINES, YARD MAN, MID-STATES DISTRIBUTING, BLAIN, PRICE COSTCO, SAMS WHOLESALE CLUB, GOLD SERIES - TRUE VALUE, CHASE PTIKIN, HOME DEPOT, TRACTOR SUPPLY - HUSKEE and HUSKEE SUPREME, WAL-MART - YARD-MAN, LOWES, BOLENS, MTD PRO, SEARS, YARD MACHINES, YARD-MAN, and many more.