John Deere 65
The John Deere 65 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. The rated power output is 5 hp 3.7 kW. Transmission: 3 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 270 lbs 122 kg.
Engine Power
5 hp
3.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
0.5 gal
1.9 L
Transmission
3 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
270 lbs
122 kg
John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 65 Serial Number & Year Decoder
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Overview
 | 1978 - 1983
Riding lawn mower |
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1978 - 1983 | |
Riding lawn mower | |
1978 - 1983 | |
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Riding lawn mower |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Riding lawn mower | |
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA | |
Original price was $1,019 in 1983 | |
John Deere 65 Engine | |
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5HP Tecumseh 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 0.5 gal
1.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere 65 Transmission | |
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3-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Disc brakes | |
Open operator station |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | mechanical |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 270 lbs
122 kg |
Front tire | 11x4.00-5 |
Rear tire | 4.80x4.00-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
References | |
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Riding Mowers published in 1978, by John Deere | |
Lawn Tractors and Mowers published in 1981, by John Deere | |
Lawn Tractors and Riding Mowers published in 1982, by John Deere | |
Lawn Tractors & Riding Mowers 1983 published by John Deere | |
Introducing the John Deere lawn and garden line for 1979 | |
John Deere Lawn and Garden Equipment published in 1978 | |
Consumer Products Price List published in 1983, by John Deere |
Engine
| 1978 - 1983
Riding lawn mower |
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1978 - 1983 | |
Riding lawn mower | |
1978 - 1983 | |
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Riding lawn mower |
Engine Detail — Gasoline
Manufacturer | Tecumseh |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Power | 5 hp
3.7 kW |
Air cleaner | dry element |
Starter type | manual recoil |
Oil capacity | 0.85 qts
0.8 L |
Transmission
| 1978 - 1983
Riding lawn mower |
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1978 - 1983 | |
Riding lawn mower | |
1978 - 1983 | |
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Riding lawn mower |
Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse belt-driven gear
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
| 1978 - 1983
Riding lawn mower |
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1978 - 1983 | |
Riding lawn mower | |
1978 - 1983 | |
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Riding lawn mower |
John Deere 65 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 11x4.00-5 |
Lawn/turf rear | 4.80x4.00-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Weight | 270 lbs
122 kg |
Attachments
| 1978 - 1983
Riding lawn mower |
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1978 - 1983 | |
Riding lawn mower | |
1978 - 1983 | |
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Riding lawn mower |
28" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount John Deere |
1-blade | |
Cutting width | 28 inches
71 cm |
Cut height | 1 to 3 inch
2 to 7 cm |
Photos
John Deere 65
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