John Deere 240
The John Deere 240 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 422 cc 25.8 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 14 hp / 10.4 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq E0905. Operating weight: 590 to 680 pounds.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 14 hp / 10.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3 gal
11.4 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq E0905
Operating Weight
590 to 680 pounds
Overview
 | 1988 - 1992
Late 200 SeriesGarden tractor
Late 200 Series
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA | |
John Deere 240 Engine | |
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14HP Kawasaki 422cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3 gal
11.4 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere 240 Transmission | |
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6-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual enclosed recirculating ball |
Brakes | expanding mechanical shoe (early) |
wet disc (1992) | |
Open operator station. Vinyl weather enclosure optional. | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Type | sleeve hitch OptOptional |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 47.9 inches
121 cm |
Weight | 590 to 680 pounds |
Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
Rear tire | 23x10.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 13 |
Battery CCA | 342 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery Group | U1 |
References | |
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200 Series published in 1989, by John Deere | |
200 Series published in 1990, by John Deere | |
Riding Mowers Product Information Handbook published in 1991, by John Deere | |
Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1988, by John Deere | |
Lawn & Garden Equipment published in 1990, by John Deere | |
Grounds Care & Recreation Products Sales Manual published in 1989, by John Deere | |
New Implements for the 240, 260, 265, and 285 Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1988, by John Deere | |
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240 & 265 Lawn & Garden Tractors (OMM114669) | |
Operator's Manual 240, 260, 265, 285 Lawn and Garden Tractors (OMM79648) published in 1989 | |
Operator's Manual 240, 260, 265, 285 Lawn and Garden Tractors (OMM95270) published in 1989 | |
Operator's Manual 240, 260, 265, 285 Lawn and Garden Tractors (OMM96102) published in 1990 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 422 cc / 25.8 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kawasaki FC420V |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 422 cc
25.8 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.5x2.7 inches
89 x 69 mm |
Power (gross) | 14 hp
10.4 kW |
Air cleaner | dry with foam pre-cleaner |
Compression | 8.4:1 |
Rated RPM | 3350 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 1.25 qts
1.2 L |
Oil change | 50 h |
Transmission
Transmission — Tuff Torq E0905
Transmission | Tuff Torq E0905 | ||
Type | belt-driven gear | ||
Gears | 6 forward and 1 reverse | ||
Oil capacity | 3.4 qts
3.2 L | ||
Oil type | 90W gear lubeJ20B | 90W gear lube | J20B |
The Deere 240 operated with gear shift and clutch pedal. Clutch must be used to shift between gears. Transmission should be not shifted on the move while under heavy load. For the 1992 model year, serial number 130001, the brake changed to a wet disc internal to the transmission. Those transmissions called for low-viscosity Hy-Gard lubricant instead of gear oil. | |||
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90W gear lube | |
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J20B |
Dimensions
John Deere 240 Tires | |
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Ag rear | 23x10.50-12 |
Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.50-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 47.9 inches
121 cm |
Length | 71.5 inches
181 cm |
Width | 41.5 inches
105 cm |
Height | 43.6 inches
110 cm |
Shipping weight | 590 lbs
267 kg |
680 lbs*Weight with mower deck.
308 kg | |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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38" mid-mount mower deck | |
46" mid-mount mower deck | |
48" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
A 30-inch mechanical drive tiller (M03260X/MO3261X) was compatible with the John Deere 240. Front lift kit BM16733 is required for the front blade and snow blower. |
Photos
John Deere 240 garden tractor, right side.
John Deere 240 garden tractor, left side.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 240.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.1 hrs
Approximately 4.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3 gal / 11.4 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.7 gal/hr (2.8 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 240 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 240.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)14 hp
Kilowatts (kW)10.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)14.2 PS
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