Power | 22-hp V-twin, air-cooled John Deere iTorque™ Power System (a combination of engine features that provide more lugging ability, even cooling, and...See more »
Power | 22-hp V-twin, air-cooled John Deere iTorque™ Power System (a combination of engine features that provide more lugging ability, even cooling, and durability) provides excellent power and performance, easy starts and smooth operation | Performance | 3.5 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 snow removal and improved visibility during evening operation | Tight 16-inch turning radius provides excellent maneuverability and improved mowing performance | Edge™ Xtra Cutting System with 48-inch deck designed to provide excellent performance; converts easily between side discharge, mulching and material collection | Durability | Heavy-duty welded frame for the strength to operate a wide variety of equipment | Rear hitch plate can support two 42-lb. Quik-Tatch weights; weight bracket is built into the frame | 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 | Convenience | Heavy-duty CargO Mount™ System (a combination of fender, deck and hitch mounting points) provides convenient and easy installation of rear attachments | Standard tool tray and cupholder keep tools and beverages within reach | A lift-assist spring is provided 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 | 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 | End of sector gear shaft pivot on sealed ball bearings for reduced steering effort and to provide a smooth feel for the life of the tractor | 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 easySee less »
Beats using the old push mowerPosted by kmotley at 5:54 AM on 11/22/07