John Deere 345
The John Deere 345 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 (listed): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq K70. Operating weight: 699 lbs 317 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3.5 gal
13.2 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq K70
Operating Weight
699 lbs
317 kg
Overview
 | 1995 - 2001
Model year 1995-19981999-2001
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 $7,295 in 1995 | |
John Deere 345 Engine | |
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18HP Kawasaki 585cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3.5 gal
13.2 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere 345 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Open operator station. Adjustable seat with 7-inches of travel. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Type | sleeve hitch OptOptional |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 47.9 inches
121 cm |
Weight | 699 lbs
317 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
Rear tire | 23x10.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | flywheel alternator |
Charging amps | 17 |
Battery CCA | 500 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery Group | 45 |
References | |
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Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 1996, by John Deere | |
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 1997, by John Deere | |
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 1998, by John Deere | |
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2000, by John Deere | |
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2001, by John Deere | |
John Deere Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1995 | |
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1998, by John Deere | |
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 2000, by John Deere | |
Lawn & Grounds Care Sales Manual published in 1997, by John Deere* | |
*Publication contains known errors. |
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 | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Fuel system | carburetor |
Air cleaner | dry with foam precleaner |
Compression | 8.7:1 |
Idle RPM | 1400-3350 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Coolant capacity | 3.3 qts
3.1 L |
John Deere 345 Engine | |
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Transmission
Transmission — Tuff Torq K70
Transmission | Tuff Torq K70 |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil capacity | 4.7 qts
4.4 L |
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345 Transmission Controls | |
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1 | Throttle |
2 | Brake |
3 | Reverse |
4 | Forward |
5 | Parking brake |
6 | Cruise control |
Dimensions
John Deere 345 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 | 72.25 inches
183 cm |
94.25 inches (with bagger)
239 cm | |
Width | 39 inches
99 cm |
Height | 43.6 inches
110 cm |
Shipping weight | 699 lbs*Weight of tractor only.
317 kg |
Front tread | 31.5 inches
80 cm |
Rear tread | 28.5/30.75 inches
72/78 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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38" mid-mount mower deck | |
44" mid-mount mower deck | |
48" mid-mount mower deck | |
54" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Deere-advertised tillers were a 30-inch mechanical or 42-inch hydraulic rear tiller. Three bagger options were available: a 7-bushel for the 38-inch deck, a 7-bushel Power Flow for the 48 and 54-inch decks, or the 19-bushel MC519 cart and Power Flow system. The snowblower and front blade require the front lift kit, kit number BM18126. |
Photos
John Deere 345 left-front view with bagger
John Deere 345 right-profile view
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 345 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 345.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.7 hrs
Approximately 3.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3.5 gal / 13.2 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 345 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 345.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS
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