John Deere D140
The John Deere D140 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 655 cc 40 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 22 hp / 16.4 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq T40. Operating weight: 525 lbs 238 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 22 hp / 16.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4 gal
15.1 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq T40
Operating Weight
525 lbs
238 kg
Overview
 | 2011 - 2017
Model year 2011-20122013-2017
D100 SeriesLawn tractor
D100 Series
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Lawn tractor | |
Original price | $1,999 (2011) |
Variants | |
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D130 | 42-inch deck |
D140 | 48-inch deck |
John Deere D140 Engine | |
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22HP Briggs & Stratton 655cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 4 gal
15.1 L |
2.4 gal (California model)
9.1 L | |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere D140 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Mechanical shoe on transaxle brakes | |
Open operator station. Adjustable 15-inch tall seat with 5.5-inches of travel in ten positions. Fender-mounted cup holder. Optional nylon sunshade canopy or snow enclosure. | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | electric independent |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 48.9 inches
124 cm |
Weight | 525 lbs
238 kg |
Front tire | 15x6.00-6 |
Rear tire | 20x10.00-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 9 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery Group | U1 |
References | |
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Operator's Manual D100 Series (OMGX24147) published in 2011 | |
Operator's Manual D100 Series (OMGX24230) published in 2012 | |
Riding Lawn Tractors published in 2015, by John Deere | |
Riding Lawn Tractors published in 2017, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 655 cc / 40 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 40 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
Displacement | 655 cc
40 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.97x2.89 inches
75 x 73 mm |
Power (gross) | 22 hp
16.4 kW |
Air cleaner | cartridge |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Point gap | 0.010 inches
0.254 mm |
Intake valve clearance | 0.005 inches
0.127 mm |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.005 inches
0.127 mm |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Tuff Torq T40
Transmission | Tuff Torq T40 |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Automatic transmission with right-side accelerator and decelerator/reverse foot pedals. Left-side brake pedal. Cruise control is standard equipment. | |
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Dimensions
John Deere D140 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6.00-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x10.00-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 48.9 inches
124 cm |
Length | 68.75 inches
174 cm |
Width | 60 inches (mower)
152 cm |
Height | 45 inches
114 cm |
Weight | 525 lbs
238 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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48" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade |
48" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount John Deere Edge 48 |
3-blade with manual with spring assist lift | |
Cutting width | 48 inches
121 cm |
Overall width | 60 inches
152 cm |
Cut height | 1 to 4 inch
2 to 10 cm |
Cut positions | 13 |
Photos
John Deere D140
John Deere D140
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere D140 based on its 22 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 D140.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.5 hrs
Approximately 3.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4 gal / 15.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.1 gal/hr (4.3 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 D140 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere D140.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)22 hp
Kilowatts (kW)16.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)22.3 PS
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