John Deere 102
The John Deere 102 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 501 cc 30.6 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 17 hp / 12.7 kW. Transmission: Dana 4360. Operating weight: 442 lbs 200 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 17 hp / 12.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2.1 gal
7.9 L
Transmission
Dana 4360
Operating Weight
442 lbs
200 kg
Overview
 | 2006
Lawn tractor |
|---|
Production | |
|---|---|
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Lawn tractor | |
Built in Greeneville, Tennessee, USA | |
Original price was $1,399 in 2006 | |
John Deere 102 Engine | |
|---|---|
17HP Briggs & Stratton 501cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2.1 gal
7.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere 102 Transmission | |
|---|---|
5-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
|---|---|
Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Open operator station. | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
|---|---|
Wheelbase | 48.9 inches
124 cm |
Weight | 442 lbs
200 kg |
Front tire | 15x6-6 |
Rear tire | 20x8-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
|---|---|
Ground | negative |
Charging system | Regulated circuit |
Charging amps | 9 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery Group | U1 |
References | |
|---|---|
 | |
Operator's Manual 100 Series (OMGX21821) published in 2006 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 501 cc / 30.6 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 501 cc
30.6 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.57x3.06 inches
91 x 78 mm |
Power | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Point gap | 0.012 inches
0.305 mm |
Intake valve clearance | 0.004 inches
0.102 mm |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.006 inches
0.152 mm |
Oil capacity | 1.5 qts
1.4 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Dana 4360
Transmission | Dana 4360 |
Type | gear |
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
Operated with combination clutch/brake pedal and gear shift lever. Tractor must be stopped before changing direction between forward and reverse. | |
 | |
Dimensions
John Deere 102 Tires | |
|---|---|
Lawn/turf front | 15x6-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x8-8 |
Dimensions | |
|---|---|
Wheelbase | 48.9 inches
124 cm |
Length | 68.75 inches
174 cm |
Width | 51.75 inches (with mower)
131 cm |
Height | 42.5 inches
107 cm |
Weight | 442 lbs
200 kg |
Attachments
42" Mower deck | |
|---|---|
Type | mid-mount John Deere |
manual lift | |
Cutting width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Photos
John Deere 102
John Deere 102
John Deere 102
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 102 based on its 17 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 102.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.4 hrs
Approximately 2.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2.1 gal / 7.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.3 L/hr)
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 102 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 102.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)17 hp
Kilowatts (kW)12.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)17.2 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare John Deere 102 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
Current Model
John Deere Lawn Tractors
John Deere 102
Engine Power:Gasoline (listed): 17 hp / 12.7 kW
★ Baseline Reference
International HarvesterMarket Competitor
International Harvester 154 Lo-Boy
Engine Power:15.6
Production Years:1968 - 1974
Related models
John Deere lawn tractors X120
- Power:
- 13.8
- Production years:
- 2007 - 2010
John Deere lawn tractors X145
- Power:
- 13.8
- Production years:
- 2011 - 2014
John Deere lawn tractors 170
- Power:
- 14
- Production years:
- 1989 - 1990
John Deere lawn tractors 175
- Power:
- 14
- Production years:
- 1987 - 1990
John Deere lawn tractors 214
- Power:
- 14
- Production years:
- 1975 - 1987