John Deere 265

The John Deere 265 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 534 cc 32.6 ci engine. The rated power output is 17 hp 12.7 kW. Transmission: Sundstrand BDU-21. Operating weight: 125 lbs 56 kg.

Overview

	1988 - 1994 Late 200 SeriesGarden tractor
1988 - 1994
Late 200 Series
Garden tractor

Production
Manufacturer	John Deere
Garden tractor
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA

John Deere 265 Engine
17HP Kawasaki 534cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	3 gal 11.4 L
Engine details ...

John Deere 265 Transmission
hydrostatic
Transmission details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Expanding mechanical shoe brakes
Open operator station. Vinyl weather enclosure optional.

Tractor hitch
Type	sleeve hitch OptOptional

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

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	47.9 inches 121 cm
Weight	630 to 755 pounds
Front tire	16x6.50-8
Rear tire	23x10.50-12
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	15
Battery CCA	341
Battery volts	12
Battery Group	22F

References
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
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1994, 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
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 — 534 cc / 32.6 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Kawasaki FC540V
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement	534 cc 32.6 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.5x3.4 inches 89 x 86 mm
Power (gross)	17 hp 12.7 kW
Air cleaner	dry element with foam pre-cleaner
Compression	8.3:1
Rated RPM	3350
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	2.1 qts*The operator's manual states 2.1 US quarts with filter change. Readers report 1.6 quarts fills to the dipstick mark. 2.0 L
Oil change	50 h

John Deere 265 Engine

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
Oil type	Low-Viscosity Hy-Gard
Oil change	250 h

	Low-Viscosity Hy-Gard

Dimensions

John Deere 265 Tires
Ag rear	23x10.50-12
Lawn/turf front	16x6.50-8
Lawn/turf rear	23x10.50-12

Dimensions
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	630 lbs 285 kg
	755 lbs (with mower) 342 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
46" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
A 30-inch mechanical drive tiller (M03260X/MO3261X) was compatible with the John Deere 265.

46" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount John Deere
	3-blade with manual lift
Cutting width	46 inches 116 cm
Weight	125 lbs 56 kg
Overall width	57 inches 144 cm
Cut height	1.5 to 4 inch 3 to 10 cm

Photos

John Deere 265

John Deere 265

John Deere 265