John Deere 856
The John Deere 856 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 994 cc 60.7 ci engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 24 hp / 17.9 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse (2-range). Operating weight: 1800 lbs 816 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 24 hp / 17.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4.33 gal
16.4 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)
Operating Weight
1800 lbs
816 kg
Overview
 | 1986 - 1998
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Lawn tractor | |
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA | |
Variants | |
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855 | utility tractor |
856 | turf mowing tractor |
John Deere 856 Engine | |
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24HP Yanmar 994cc 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
John Deere 856 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 4.33 gal
16.4 L |
Hydraulic system | 4.5 gal
17.0 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 4.5 gal
17.0 L |
Pressure | 2050 psi
141.3 bar |
Pump flow | 5.6 gpm
21.2 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Rear lift (at ends) | 1686 lbs
764 kg |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 841 lbs
381 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | hydraulic disc |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Mid PTO | independent |
Mid PTO Type | 2100 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 86.7 inches
220 cm |
Weight | 1800 lbs
816 kg |
Front tire | 23x8.50-12 |
Rear tire | 33x12.50-15 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 35 |
Battery CCA | 491 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Operator's Manual 756 and 856 Turf Mower Tractor Unit (OM-M72247) published in 1986* | |
*Publication contains known errors. |
Engine
Engine Detail — 994 cc / 60.7 ci Diesel
Manufacturer | Yanmar |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 994 cc
60.7 ci |
Power (gross) | 24 hp
17.9 kW |
Fuel system | indirect injection |
Air cleaner | dry |
Rated RPM | 3200 |
Operating RPM | 1450-3425 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 3.3 qts
3.1 L |
Coolant capacity | 4 qts
3.8 L |
Transmission
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse (2-range) shaft-driven hydrostatic
Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
Oil capacity | 18 qts
17.0 L |
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Dimensions
John Deere 856 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 23x8.50-12 |
Lawn/turf rear | 33x12.50-15 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 86.7 inches
220 cm |
Length | 110.3 inches
280 cm |
Height (hood) | 52.3 inches
132 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 75.6 inches
192 cm |
Weight | 1800 lbs
816 kg |
2WD Clearance (front axle) | 12.7 inches
32 cm |
Front tread | 36.9 inches
93 cm |
Rear tread | 34 to 40.1 inches
86 to 101 cm |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 856 based on its 24 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. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
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 856.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.4 hrs
Approximately 3.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4.3 gal / 16.4 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.2 gal/hr (4.7 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 856 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere 856.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)24 hp
Kilowatts (kW)17.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)24.3 PS
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