John Deere E96
The John Deere E96 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. The rated power output is 1.25 hp (continuous) 0.9 kW. Transmission: 3 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 475 lbs 215 kg.
Engine Power
1.25 hp (continuous)
0.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
0.75 qts
0.7 L
Transmission
3 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
475 lbs
215 kg
John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere E96 Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
Where to Find the Serial NumberThe serial number plate is commonly located on the front frame, tractor transmission housing (right side), or instrument panel badge.
Overview
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
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John Deere E96 Engine | |
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1.25HP electric | |
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John Deere E96 Transmission | |
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3-speed gear | |
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Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Mechanical band brakes | |
Open operator station | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 40 inches
101 cm |
Weight | 475 lbs
215 kg |
Front tire | 11x4.00-5 |
Rear tire | 16x16.50-8 |
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References | |
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Operator's Manual Electric 96 Mower (OM-M80099) published in 1975 | |
Riding Mowers published in 1978, by John Deere | |
John Deere Riding Mowers published in 1976 |
Engine
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Manufacturer | electric |
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36-Volt DC traction motor and two 36V DC mower blade motors. | |
Power | 1.25 hp (continuous)
0.9 kW |
3.4 hp (peak)
2.5 kW | |
Rated RPM | 3600 |
Transmission
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Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse belt-driven gear
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
Oil capacity | 0.75 qts
0.7 L |
Oil type | SAE 90 |
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Dimensions
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John Deere E96 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 11x4.00-5 |
Lawn/turf rear | 16x16.50-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 40 inches
101 cm |
Length | 56.2 inches
142 cm |
Width | 43 inches
109 cm |
Height | 37 inches
93 cm |
Weight | 475 lbs
215 kg |
Front tread | 22 inches
55 cm |
Rear tread | 25 inches
63 cm |
Attachments
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Attachment overview | |
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34" mid-mount mower deck | |
Blade |
34" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount John Deere |
2-blade | |
Cutting width | 34 inches
86 cm |
Cut height | 1 to 4 inch
2 to 10 cm |
Photos
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