john deere lawn tractors 56
![]() | 1970 - 1974
Riding lawn mower | 1970 - 1974 | Riding lawn mower |
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1970 - 1974 | |||
Riding lawn mower | |||
1970 - 1974 | |
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Riding lawn mower |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Riding lawn mower | |
Original price was $435 in 1971 | |
John Deere 56 Engine | |
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6HP Tecumseh 221cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
John Deere 56 Transmissions | |
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2-speed gear | |
3-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Final drives | chain |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station | |
Photos | |
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John Deere 56 photos... |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | mechanical |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 269 lbs
122 kg |
Front tire | 11x4.00-5 |
Rear tire | 4.80x4.00-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
John Deere 56 attachments | |
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28" mid-mount mower deck | |
blade | |
Attachment details ... |
56 Serial Number Location | |
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Serial number tag on the rear of mower on right side, behind tire. |
56 Serial Numbers | |
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1970 | 001001 |
1971 | 020001 |
1972 | 035786 |
1973 | 044001 |
1974 | 061500 |
Final | 080000 |
FAQ: How to read a serial number table. | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Lawn and Garden Equipment published in 1970, by John Deere | |
Lawn and Garden Tractors and Riding Mowers published in 1973, by John Deere |
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