John Deere 317
The John Deere 317 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 691 cc 42.18 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 17 hp / 12.7 kW. Transmission: Sundstrand Series 15 Model 90. Operating weight: 700 lbs 317 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 17 hp / 12.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4.5 gal
17.0 L
Transmission
Sundstrand Series 15 Model 90
Operating Weight
700 lbs
317 kg
Overview
 | 1979 - 1983
300 SeriesGarden tractor
300 Series
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA | |
Lubrication problems with the original Kohler engine gave the John Deere 317 a reputation as a poor tractor. Deere offered a retro-fit kit to mount the Onan P218G engine and, later, Kohler provided an improved KT17 Series II engine. | |
John Deere 317 Engine | |
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17HP Kolher 691cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 4.5 gal
17.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere 317 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Differential mechanical shoe brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 46 inches
116 cm |
Weight | 700 lbs
317 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
Rear tire | 23x10.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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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 | |
Introducing the John Deere lawn and garden line for 1979 | |
John Deere Lawn and Garden Equipment published in 1978 | |
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Operator's Manual 317 Hydrostatic Tractor (OM-M84243) published in 1981 | |
Operator's Manual 41 and 48 Rotary Mowers (OMM49677) | |
Operator's Manual 49 Snowthrower (OMM89078) published in 1986 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 691 cc / 42.18 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kolher KT17QS |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
The early versions of the suffered from poor lubrication of the connecting rod journals when operated on hill sides. An improved KT17 Series II engine was used starting at engine specification number 24300 in 1982. | |
Displacement | 691 cc
42.18 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.125x2.750 inches
79 x 70 mm |
Power (gross) | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 1.5 qts
1.4 L |
Oil change | 25 h |
Transmission
Transmission — Sundstrand Series 15 Model 90
Transmission | Sundstrand Series 15 Model 90 |
Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil capacity | 5 qts
4.7 L |
Oil type | JD All-Weather Hydrostatic Fluid |
Oil change | 50 h (filter) |
500 h (oil) | |
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JD All-Weather Hydrostatic Fluid |
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Dimensions
John Deere 317 Tires | |
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Ag front | 4.80x4.00-8 |
Ag rear | 23x10.50-12 |
Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.50-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 46 inches
116 cm |
Length | 69 inches
175 cm |
Width | 42.5 inches
107 cm |
Height | 44 inches
111 cm |
Weight | 700 lbs
317 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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38" mid-mount mower deck | |
46" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Front-end loader | |
The 317 was compatible with the John Deere model 33 tiller, with 26-, 34-, or 42-inch width. The 33 tiller requires the installation of the rear PTO kit (BM15851) on the tractor. |
Photos
John Deere 317 with front blade and integral hitch.
John Deere 317 with plow, left side
John Deere 317 with blade, front-left view.
John Deere 317 with blade, tiller, and model 80 cart.
John Deere 317 with mower deck, right side.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 317 based on its 17 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 317.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.1 hrs
Approximately 5.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4.5 gal / 17 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.3 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 317 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 317.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)17 hp
Kilowatts (kW)12.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)17.2 PS
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