| Power |
- 18-hp V-twin, full-pressure lubricated, air-cooled John Deere iTorque™ Power System for excellent power, performance, easy starts, and smooth operation
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| Performance |
- TurboStar 42-in. Edge Xtra™ rear discharge mower deck includes a heavy-duty cast-iron blower that pulls in grass clippings and propels and packs them into the 8.5 bu. (300 liter) hopper, filling it with 1 1/2 to 2 times more material by weight
- Mower trims on both sides for more efficient mowing as there is no chute or hopper on the side of the mower to interfere
- Automatic PTO shutoff stops the mower when the hopper is full to prevent chute plugging
- 2.4 U.S. gallon fuel tank with a large 3-inch fill opening located on the left fender makes adding fuel easy and helps eliminate spillage
- Twin Touch™ automatic transmission provides comfortable two-pedal foot control for effortless speed and direction changes
- 35-watt headlights designed to provide optimum lighting pattern for mowing and improved visibility during evening operation
- Tight 22-inch turning radius provides excellent maneuverability and improved mowing performance
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| Durability |
- Heavy-duty welded frame for the strength to operate a wide variety of equipment
- Front axle is made of nodular cast iron
- Depressing brake pedal applies internal wet disk brakes (increased durability and longer life) for safe stopping
- Heavy-duty electric PTO clutch designed to operate through many on/off cycles before needing adjustment; controlled by a convenient dash-mounted control
- Hopper contains inside rear mesh bag with outside heavy debris deflector around the rear and sides allowing the large volume of air to escape, reducing sound, and deflecting debris downward
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| Convenience |
- Narrower width allows better maneuverability and use in smaller spaces; holds 1.5 to 2 times more material than a 7 bu. rear bagger for less trips to empty; less total mowing time
- Hopper can be conveniently emptied from the operator seat; no bags to lift
- Hopper is easily removed - simply lift off - nothing to disconnect
- Mower deck is easy to remove for cleaning or service; also, two quick-connect wash ports are provided for cleaning the underside of the deck, blower, and chute
- Smaller storage footprint takes less space when storing; hopper simply lifts-off to reduce area needed to store tractor
- Standard tool tray and cupholder keep tools and beverages within reach
- A lift-assist spring is available on tractors to minimize lift effort; lift effort can be easily adjusted for optimum performance depending on the equipment used (mower, front blade, etc.)
- Color-coded controls are conveniently located for easy access
- Standard hourmeter makes it easy to tell when oil changes and other maintenance should be performed
- Separate engine speed and choke controls make starting and warming up the engine easier in cold weather
- Mower deck height-of-cut control with rotary dial knob provides mower cut height range from 1 to 4 inches in 1/4-inch increments; on-board deck leveling gauge located in the center of the cut-height adjusting knob
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| Comfort |
- Comfortable, high-back sit-and-adjust seat features 7 inches of travel; springs adjust for operator weight allowing fine tuning of suspension; open-back design allows air circulation to keep the operator's back cool and dry for a more comfortable ride
- Large 14-inch diameter steering wheel is comfortable to use and minimizes steering effort
- Full-length foot mats provide comfort for the operator while protecting the footrest area
- Roomy and uncluttered open platform makes getting on and off the tractor easy
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