John Deere 212

The John Deere 212 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 476 cc 29.1 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: Peerless 2300. Operating weight: 690 lbs 312 kg.

Overview

	1975 - 1987 200 SeriesGarden tractor 200 Series Garden tractor

Production
Manufacturer	John Deere
Garden tractor
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA
Original price was $3,239 in 1983

John Deere 212 Engine
12HP Kohler 476cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	3.5 gal 13.2 L
Engine details ...

John Deere 212 Transmission
4-speed variator
Transmission details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Band brakes
Open operator station.

Tractor hitch
Type	sleeve hitch OptOptional

Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO	independent
Clutch	manual

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	46 inches 116 cm
Weight	690 lbs 312 kg
Front tire	16x6.50-8
Rear tire	23x10.50-12
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	15
Battery volts	12

References
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1975, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1976, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1978, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1979, by John Deere
John Deere Lawn & Garden Equipment published in 1980
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1980, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1982, by John Deere
Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1983, by John Deere
Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1984, by John Deere
Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1985, by John Deere
Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1986, by John Deere
Introducing the John Deere lawn and garden line for 1979
John Deere Lawn and Garden Equipment published in 1978
Consumer Products Price List published in 1983, by John Deere
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1983, by John Deere
Operator's Manual 200, 210, 212, and 214 (OM-M48245) published in 1975
Operator's Manual 210, 212, 214, and 216 (OM-M83517) published in 1979
Service Manual 200, 210, 212 and 214 (SM-2105) published in 1976
Operator's Manual 31 Integral Rotary Tiller (OMM49210)
Operator's Manual 37A Snowthrower (OMM89616)
Operator's Manual 38-Inch Mid-Mount Rotary Mower (200 and 300 Series) (OMM71721) published in 1986
Operator's Manual 39 and 47 Rotary Mowers (OMM48953)
Operator's Manual 39 Rotary Mower (OMM86121)

Engine

Engine Detail — 476 cc / 29.1 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Kohler K301AQS
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	1-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft
Displacement	476 cc 29.1 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.375x3.25 inches 86 x 83 mm
Power (gross)	12 hp 8.9 kW
Air cleaner	dry
Idle RPM	1700-3500
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	2 qts 1.9 L
Oil change	25 h

John Deere 212 Engine
Image courtesy of Jim H.

Transmission

Transmission — Peerless 2300

Transmission	Peerless 2300
Type	belt-driven variator
Gears	4 forward and 1 reverse
Oil capacity	1.75 qts 1.7 L
Oil type	AM30200SAE90	AM30200	SAE90
Four-speed gear transmission with mechanical variable drive.

John Deere 212 Transmission

Dimensions

John Deere 212 Tires
Lawn/turf front	16x6.50-8
Lawn/turf rear	23x10.50-12

Dimensions
Wheelbase	46 inches 116 cm
Length	67.5 inches 171 cm
Width	41.5 inches 105 cm
Height	42 inches 106 cm
Weight	690 lbs 312 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
38" mid-mount mower deck
46" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
The 212 was compatible with the John Deere model 31 tiller.

Photos

John Deere 212 with 47 mower deck.

John Deere 212 garden tractor.

John Deere 212 operator station and controls.