John Deere 332
The John Deere 332 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 Diesel (listed): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: Sundstrand Series 15 Model 90. Operating weight: 900 lbs 408 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 16 hp / 11.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4.5 gal
17.0 L
Transmission
Sundstrand Series 15 Model 90
Operating Weight
900 lbs
408 kg
Overview
 | 1987 - 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 | |
The John Deere 332 has been referred to as the "diesel 318" due to the 332's similarity to the popular gasoline-powered model. The 332 used the same engine as the model 330 it replaced, but added several features including power steering, dual hydraulics, and individual left/right brakes. | |
Variants | |
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318 | air-cooled gas |
322 | liquid-cooled gas |
332 | diesel |
John Deere 332 Engine | |
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16HP Yanmar 658cc 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
John Deere 332 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Differential mechanical brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 4.5 gal
17.0 L |
Hydraulic system | 1.25 gal
4.7 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Capacity | 1.25 gal
4.7 L |
Front valves | 2 |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 0 OptOptional |
Control | directional control |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 640 lbs
290 kg |
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 | 23x10.5-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 20 |
Battery CCA | 342 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery Group | U1 |
References | |
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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 | |
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Operator's Manual 332 (OM-M79602) published in 1988 | |
Technical Manual 322, 330, 332 and 430 Lawn and Garden Tractors. (TM1591) published in 1995 | |
Operator's Manual 38-Inch Mid-Mount Rotary Mower (200 and 300 Series) (OMM71721) published in 1986 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 658 cc / 40.2 ci Diesel
Manufacturer | Yanmar 3TN66UJ |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled horizontal-shaft inline |
Displacement | 658 cc
40.2 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.60x2.62 inches
66 x 67 mm |
Power | 16 hp
11.9 kW |
Fuel system | indirect injection |
Air cleaner | dry |
Compression | 22.4:1 |
Idle RPM | 1400-3425 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 3.0 qts
2.8 L |
Oil capacity | 3.1 qts
2.9 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 | 6.5 qts
6.2 L |
Oil type | Hy-Gard |
Oil change | 200 h |
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Hy-Gard |
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Dimensions
John Deere 332 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.5-12 |
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 |
Front tread | 32 inches
81 cm |
Rear tread | 30.5/32.8 inches
77/83 cm |
John Deere 332 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 | |
Two tillers were available for the 332, a 48-inch shaft drive and a 30-inch hydraulic tiller (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. |
Photos
John Deere 332, right side.
John Deere 332 with cab.
John Deere 332, left-front view.
John Deere 332, front view.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 332 based on its 16 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 332.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.4 hrs
Approximately 5.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4.5 gal / 17 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.8 gal/hr (3.1 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 332 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 332.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)16 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.2 PS
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