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John Deere 355D

The John Deere 355D is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 749 cc 45.7 ci engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq K71A. Operating weight: 709 lbs 321 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3.8 gal 14.4 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq K71A
Operating Weight
709 lbs 321 kg

Overview

John Deere 355D tractor photo
1999 - 2001 300 SeriesGarden tractor 300 Series Garden tractor
Production
Manufacturer
John Deere
Garden tractor
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA
Original price was $8,249 in 1999
John Deere 355D Engine
18HP Yanmar 749cc 2-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
3.8 gal 14.4 L
Engine details ...
John Deere 355D Transmission
hydrostatic
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering
power
Wet disc brakes
Open operator station. Adjustable seat with 7-inches of travel.
Tractor hitch
Type
sleeve hitch OptOptional
Power Take-off (PTO)
Front PTO
independent
Clutch
electric
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
47.9 inches 121 cm
Weight
709 lbs 321 kg
Front tire
16x6.50-8
Rear tire
23x10.50-12
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
flywheel alternator
Charging amps
20
Battery CCA
500
Battery volts
12
Battery Group
BCI 51
References
355D references literature
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2000, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2001, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 2000, by John Deere
Commercial & Consumer Equipment Sales Manual published in 1999, by John Deere
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1999, by John Deere
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 2000, by John Deere
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 2001, by John Deere

Engine

Engine Detail — 749 cc / 45.7 ci Diesel

Manufacturer
Yanmar 2V78
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
2-cylinder, liquid-cooled vertical-shaft V-twin
Displacement
749 cc 45.7 ci
Bore/Stroke
3.07x3.09 inches 78 x 78 mm
Power
18 hp 13.4 kW
Air cleaner
paper
Compression
23:1
Starter volts
12
Coolant capacity
3.3 qts 3.1 L
Oil capacity
2.4 qts 2.3 L

Transmission

Transmission — Tuff Torq K71A

Transmission
Tuff Torq K71A
Type
belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears
infinite forward and reverse
Oil capacity
4.7 qts 4.4 L
355D K71A belt-driven hydrostatic speeds

Dimensions

John Deere 355D Tires
Lawn/turf front
16x6.50-8
Lawn/turf rear
23x10.50-12
Dimensions
Wheelbase
47.9 inches 121 cm
Length
72.25 inches 183 cm
94.25 inches (with bagger) 239 cm
Height
43.6 inches 110 cm
Shipping weight
709 lbs 321 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
54" mid-mount mower deck
48" mid-mount mower deck
44" mid-mount mower deck
38" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
Deere-advertised tillers for the 355D 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 44-inch Piranha mulching deck featured rear discharge.

Photos

John Deere 355D

John Deere 355D

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 355D based on its 18 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm)Light DutyIdeal for garden plots and light sandy soil.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
4 ft (48 in)1.2 mLight DutyPasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
42 to 48 in105 - 120 cmLight DutyCovers 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 355D.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.1 hrs

Approximately 4.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3.8 gal / 14.4 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 355D Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 355D.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS

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