John Deere 320
The John Deere 320 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 585 cc 35.7 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: Sundstrand BDU-21. Operating weight: 625 lbs 283 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3 gal
11.4 L
Transmission
Sundstrand BDU-21
Operating Weight
625 lbs
283 kg
Overview
 | 1991 - 1994
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA | |
Original price was $6,850 in 1994 | |
Although it carried a 300-series model number, the John Deere 320 had more in common with the late 200 series models such as the 285, 265, and 245. Options such as the integral hitch, bumper, and cab enclosure were shared with those models. | |
John Deere 320 Engine | |
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18HP Kawasaki 585cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3 gal
11.4 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere 320 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Drum brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Type | sleeve hitch OptOptional |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Front PTO | independent |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 47.9 inches
121 cm |
Weight | 625 lbs
283 kg |
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 | 17 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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320 Lawn and Garden Tractor published in 1992, by John Deere | |
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1994, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 585 cc / 35.7 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kawasaki FD590V |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
Displacement | 585 cc
35.7 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.91x2.68 inches
74 x 68 mm |
Power (gross) | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Air cleaner | foam precleaner with paper filter |
Rated RPM | 3400 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Coolant capacity | 3.3 qts
3.1 L |
John Deere 320 Engine | |
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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 320 Tires | |
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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 | 39 inches
99 cm |
Height | 43.6 inches
110 cm |
Weight | 625 lbs
283 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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48" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
The John Deere 320 was compatible with a 30-inch rear tiller (models 3260M, 3161M, 3263M, and 3264M). |
48" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount John Deere |
3-blade with hydraulic lift | |
Cutting width | 48 inches
121 cm |
Photos
John Deere 320 garden tractor, left side.
John Deere 320 garden tractor.
John Deere 320 garden tractor.
John Deere 320 with 49 snowblower and Bercomac softcab.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 320 based on its 18 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 320.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.2 hrs
Approximately 3.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3 gal / 11.4 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.5 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 320 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 320.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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