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 rated power output is 14 hp 10.4 kW. Transmission: Sundstrand BDU-21. Operating weight: 610 lbs 276 kg.
Engine Power
14 hp
10.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3 gal
11.4 L
Transmission
Sundstrand BDU-21
Operating Weight
610 lbs
276 kg
John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 245 Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
Where to Find the Serial NumberThe serial number plate is commonly located on the front frame, tractor transmission housing (right side), or instrument panel badge.
Overview
![]() | 1993 - 1994
Late 200 SeriesGarden tractor |
|---|---|
1993 - 1994 | |
Late 200 Series | |
Garden tractor | |
Production | |
|---|---|
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA | |
John Deere 245 Engine | |
|---|---|
14HP Kawasaki 422cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3 gal
11.4 L |
Engine details ... | |
John Deere 245 Transmission | |
|---|---|
hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
|---|---|
Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Expanding mechanical shoe brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
|---|---|
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 | |
|---|---|
Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 13 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
|---|---|
![]() | |
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 |
![]() | |
Dimensions
John Deere 245 Tires | |
|---|---|
Lawn/turf front | 16x6.5-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.50-12 |
Dimensions | |
|---|---|
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 | |
|---|---|
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
Related models
John Deere lawn tractors 170
- Power:
- 14
- Production years:
- 1989 - 1990
John Deere lawn tractors 175
- Power:
- 14
- Production years:
- 1987 - 1990
John Deere lawn tractors X120
- Power:
- 13.8
- Production years:
- 2007 - 2010
John Deere lawn tractors X145
- Power:
- 13.8
- Production years:
- 2011 - 2014
John Deere lawn tractors LR135
- Power:
- 13.5
- Production years:
- 2004 - 2010




