John Deere 245
The John Deere 245 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 (listed): 14 hp / 10.4 kW. Transmission: Sundstrand BDU-21. Operating weight: 610 lbs 276 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 14 hp / 10.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3 gal
11.4 L
Transmission
Sundstrand BDU-21
Operating Weight
610 lbs
276 kg
Overview
 | 1993 - 1994
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 245 Engine | |
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14HP Kawasaki 422cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3 gal
11.4 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere 245 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Expanding mechanical shoe brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 47.9 inches
121 cm |
Weight | 610 lbs
276 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.5-8 |
Rear tire | 23x10.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 13 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1994, by John Deere |
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 | 3.50x2.68 inches
89 x 68 mm |
Power | 14 hp
10.4 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 1.3 qts
1.2 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Sundstrand BDU-21
Transmission | Sundstrand BDU-21 |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil capacity | 2.6 qts
2.5 L |
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Dimensions
John Deere 245 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.5-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.50-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 47.9 inches
121 cm |
Length | 71.5 inches
181 cm |
Width | 39 inches
99 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 43.6 inches
110 cm |
Weight | 610 lbs
276 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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38" mid-mount mower deck | |
46" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Front lift kit BM16733 is required for the front blade and snow blower. A 30-inch mechanical drive tiller (MO3261X) was compatible with the John Deere 245. |
Photos
John Deere 245, right side.
John Deere 245, left side.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 245.
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 245 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 245.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)14 hp
Kilowatts (kW)10.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)14.2 PS
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