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John Deere 180

The John Deere 180 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 534 cc 32.64 ci engine. The rated power output is 17 hp 12.7 kW. Transmission: Peerless 800. Operating weight: 565 to 600 pounds.

Engine Power
17 hp 12.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2.2 gal 8.3 L
Transmission
Peerless 800
Operating Weight
565 to 600 pounds

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Overview

John Deere 180 tractor photo
1986 - 1990 Late 100 Lawn SeriesLawn tractor
1986 - 1990
Late 100 Lawn Series
Lawn tractor
Production
Manufacturer
John Deere
Lawn tractor
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA
The model 180 John Deere lawn tractor was available with choice of 38 or 46-inch rear deck. A 6.5-bushel rear bagger (BM16790) was optional. When the bagger was used on hills, front wheel weights were recommended. Dual 40-pound rear weight plates plus rear tire chains were available for use with the optional 38-inch single-stage snowblower. The tractor was available with hydrostatic transmission as the model 185.
Variants
180
gear drive
185
hydro drive
John Deere 180 Engine
17HP Kawasaki 534cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
2.2 gal 8.3 L
Engine details ...
John Deere 180 Transmission
5-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Integral transmission disc brakes
Open operator station.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO
independent
Clutch
electric
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
44.7 inches 113 cm
Weight
565 to 600 pounds
Front tire
15x6.00-6
Rear tire
18x8.50-8
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
flywheel alternator
Charging amps
15
Battery CCA
255
Battery volts
12
References
180 references literature
John Deere Lawn Tractors 100 Series published in 1989
John Deere Lawn Tractors and Riding Mowers published in 1986
Lawn Tractors published in 1987, by John Deere
Lawn & Garden Equipment published in 1990, by John Deere
Grounds Care & Recreation Products Sales Manual published in 1989, by John Deere
180 manuals literature
Operator's Manual 170, 175, 180 and 185 (OMM78999) published in 1988
Operator's Manual 130, 160, 165, 180, and 185 (OMM89684) published in 1985
Technical Manual 130, 160, 165, 175, 180, and 185 Lawn Tractors. (TM1351) published in 1988

Engine

Engine Detail — 534 cc / 32.64 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer
Kawasaki FC540V
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement
534 cc 32.64 ci
Bore/Stroke
3.50x3.38 inches 89 x 86 mm
Power
17 hp 12.7 kW
Air cleaner
dry with foam precleaner
Rated RPM
3350
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
1.7 qts 1.6 L
John Deere 180 Engine
John Deere 180 engine image
Image courtesy of Brian Murray

Transmission

Transmission — Peerless 800

Transmission
Peerless 800
Type
belt-driven gear
Gears
5 forward and 1 reverse
Oil capacity
1.1 qts 1.0 L
With 18x8.50-8 rear tires.
180 800 belt-driven gear speeds

Dimensions

John Deere 180 Tires
Lawn/turf front
15x6.00-6
Lawn/turf rear
18x8.50-8 (38-inch deck)
20x10.00-8 (42-inch deck)
Dimensions
Wheelbase
44.7 inches 113 cm
Length
66 inches 167 cm
Height
39.8 inches 101 cm
Shipping weight
565 lbs (38-inch deck) 256 kg
600 lbs (46-inch deck) 272 kg
Front tread
28.5 inches 72 cm
Rear tread
26.1 inches 66 cm

Attachments

Attachment overview
38" mid-mount mower deck
46" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade

Photos

John Deere 180.

John Deere 180.

John Deere 180.

John Deere 180.

John Deere 180.

John Deere 180.

John Deere 180 operator station and controls.

John Deere 180 operator station and controls.

Customized John Deere 180.

Customized John Deere 180.

Customized John Deere 180.

Customized John Deere 180.

Customized John Deere 180.

Customized John Deere 180.

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