john deere lawn tractors 185
 | 1986 - 1990
Late 100 Lawn SeriesLawn tractor | 1986 - 1990 | Late 100 Lawn Series | Lawn tractor |
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1986 - 1990 | ||||
Late 100 Lawn Series | ||||
Lawn tractor | ||||
1986 - 1990 | |
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Late 100 Lawn Series | |
Lawn tractor |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Lawn tractor | |
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA | |
Original price | $3,900 (1990 38-inch ) |
$4,100 (1990 42-inch ) | |
The John Deere 185 was available with either 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. | |
Variants | |
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180 | gear drive |
185 | hydro drive |
John Deere 185 Engine | |
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17HP Kawasaki 534cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2.2 gal
8.3 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere 185 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Integral mechanical transmission disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Photos | |
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John Deere 185 photos...  |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 44.7 inches
113 cm |
Weight | 625 to 645 pounds |
Front tire | 15x6.00-6 |
Rear tire | 18x8.50-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
John Deere 185 attachments | |
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38" mid-mount mower deck | |
46" mid-mount mower deck | |
snowblower | |
blade | |
Attachment details ...  |
185 Serial Number Location | |
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Serial number decal on the left side of the 185 tractor frame, above the front axle. |
185 Serial Numbers | |
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1986 | M00185A372001 (38-inch deck) |
1987 | M00185A440001 (38-inch deck) |
1988 | M00185A495001 (38-inch deck) |
1989 | M00185A595001 (38-inch deck) |
1989-end | M00185A750000 (38-inch deck) |
1990 | M00185A010001 (38-inch deck) |
Final | M00185A100000 (38-inch deck) |
1986 | M00185B378001 (46-inch deck) |
1987 | M00185B450001 (46-inch deck) |
1988 | M00185B505001 (46-inch deck) |
1989 | M00185B605001 (46-inch deck) |
1989-end | M00185B750000 (46-inch deck) |
1990 | M00185B020001 (46-inch deck) |
Final | M00185B100000 (46-inch deck) |
FAQ: How to read a serial number table. | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | flywheel alternator |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery CCA | 255 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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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 | |
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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 |