john deere lawn tractors 420
![]() | 1983 - 1991
400 SeriesGarden tractor | 1983 - 1991 | 400 Series | Garden tractor |
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1983 - 1991 | ||||
400 Series | ||||
Garden tractor | ||||
1983 - 1991 | |
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400 Series | |
Garden tractor |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA | |
Original price | $6,489 (1983 ) |
$7,700 (1992 ) | |
John Deere 420 Engine | |
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20HP Onan 781cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 6.5 gal
24.6 L |
Engine details ... | |
John Deere 420 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Differential mechanical drum brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Photos | |
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John Deere 420 photos... |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 0 OptOptional |
Control | directional control |
Rear lift | 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 | 52 inches
132 cm |
Weight | 993 lbs
450 kg |
Front tire | 18x8.50-8 |
Rear tire | 26x12.00-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
John Deere 420 attachments | |
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50" mid-mount mower deck | |
60" mid-mount mower deck | |
snowblower | |
blade | |
front-end loader | |
Attachment details ... |
420 Serial Number Location | |
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Serial number plate below steering column. |
420 Serial Numbers | |
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1983 | M00420X222001 |
1984 | M00420X285001 |
1985 | M00420X315001 |
1986 | M00420X360001 |
1987 | M00420X420001 |
1988 | M00420X475001 |
1989 | M00420X595001 |
1990 | M00420X010001 |
1991 | M00420X100001 |
FAQ: How to read a serial number table. | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 20 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery Group | BCI 22F |
References | |
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Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1983, by John Deere | |
Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1984, by John Deere | |
Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1985, by John Deere | |
Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1986, by John Deere | |
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 | |
Consumer Products Price List published in 1983, by John Deere | |
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1983, by John Deere | |
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Operators Manual 316, 318 and 420 Lawn and Garden Tractors (OM-M72236) published in 1986 | |
Operators Manual 316, 318 and 420 Lawn and Garden Tractors (OM-M79655) published in 1989 | |
Operator's Manual 316, 318 and 420 Lawn and Garden Tractors (OM-M87709) published in 1984 | |
Technical Manual 316, 318 and 420 Lawn and Garden Tractors (TM1590) published in 1995 |
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