John Deere 322
The John Deere 322 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 658 cc 40.2 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: Sundstrand Series 15 Model 90. Operating weight: 900 lbs 408 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4.5 gal
17.0 L
Transmission
Sundstrand Series 15 Model 90
Operating Weight
900 lbs
408 kg
Overview
 | 1988 - 1992
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 | |
Original price was $6,800 in 1990 | |
The John Deere model 322 was, basically, a liquid-cooled version of the popular 318 garden tractor. The 322 used a three-cylinder Yanmar engine in place of the Onan twin found on the 318. | |
Variants | |
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318 | air-cooled gas |
322 | liquid-cooled gas |
332 | diesel |
John Deere 322 Engine | |
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18HP Yanmar 658cc 3-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ...  |
John Deere 322 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Mechanical drum brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 4.5 gal
17.0 L |
Hydraulic system | 1.625 gal
6.2 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Capacity | 1.625 gal
6.2 L |
Valves | 2 |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 0 OptOptional |
Control | directional control |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent OptOptional |
Clutch | electric |
Rear PTO Type | 2000 |
Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Front PTO Type | pulley |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 46 inches
116 cm |
Weight | 900 lbs
408 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 | 20 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery Group | BCI U1 |
References | |
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Operator's Manual 322 Lawn and Garden Tractor (OMM95296) published in 1989 | |
Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1988, by John Deere | |
Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1989, by John Deere | |
Lawn & Garden Equipment published in 1990, by John Deere | |
Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1990, by John Deere | |
Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1991, by John Deere | |
Grounds Care & Recreation Products Sales Manual published in 1989, by John Deere | |
Technical Manual 322, 330, 332 and 430 Lawn and Garden Tractors. (TM1591) published in 1995 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 658 cc / 40.2 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Yanmar 3TG66UJ |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled horizontal-shaft inline |
Displacement | 658 cc
40.2 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.60x2.53 inches
66 x 64 mm |
Power (gross) | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Air cleaner | dry element |
Compression | 8.7:1 |
Idle RPM | 1300-3425 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 2.9 qts
2.7 L |
Sparkplug | Champion RN11YC |
NGK BPR4BS | |
Sparkplug gap | 0.032 inches
0.813 mm |
Oil capacity | 2.9 qts
2.7 L |
Oil change | 200 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 | 13 qts
12.3 L |
Oil change | 200 h |
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322 Transmission Controls | |
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1 | Throttle |
2 | Motion control |
3 | Brakes |
4 | Parking brake |
Dimensions
John Deere 322 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.50-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 46 inches
116 cm |
Length | 69.5 inches
176 cm |
Width | 43.3 inches
109 cm |
Height | 44.5 inches
113 cm |
Flange rear axle | 1.2 inch diameter
30 mm |
Front tread | 32 inches
81 cm |
Rear tread | 30.5/32.8 inches
77/83 cm |
John Deere 322 Weight | |
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Shipping | 900 lbs
408 kg |
Max front axle | 790 lbs
358 kg |
Max rear axle | 1200 lbs
544 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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38" mid-mount mower deck | |
46" mid-mount mower deck | |
50" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Front-end loader | |
Two tillers were available for the 322, a 48-inch shaft drive and a 30-inch hydraulic tiller (with optional extension to 42 inch). The shaft-drive tiller required the optional 2000 RPM rear PTO. The hydraulic tiller operated off a separate hydraulic pump that was belt-driven in place of the mower deck. A rear-mounted finish mower was available for the 318, if equipped with three-point hitch and 2000 RPM rear PTO. |
Photos
Right profile view of the Deere 322
John Deere 322 left-front view
John Deere 322 operator station and controls.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 322 based on its 18 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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 322.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.8 hrs
Approximately 4.8 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 (3.5 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 322 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 322.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS
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