John Deere F935
The John Deere F935 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 878 cc 53.6 ci engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 22 hp / 16.4 kW. Transmission: Sundstrand. Operating weight: 1501 lbs 680 kg.
Overview
![]() | 1986 - 2000
F900 SeriesFront-mount mower
F900 Series
Front-mount mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Front-mount mower | |
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA | |
John Deere F935 Engine | |
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22HP Yanmar 878cc 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 11 gal
41.6 L |
Engine details ... | |
John Deere F935 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical front |
Power steering | |
Drum brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Engine RPM | 2396@3450 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 56.3 inches
143 cm |
Weight | 1501 lbs
680 kg |
Front tire | 23x8.5-12 |
Rear tire | 16x6.5-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 40 |
Battery CCA | 491 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Full-Line Commercial Mowing Equipment published in 2000, by John Deere | |
Front Mowers F1145/F900 Series published in 1993, by John Deere | |
John Deere Front Mowers published in 1985 | |
John Deere Front Mowers published in 1990 | |
Commercial Front Mowers published in 1996, by John Deere | |
Commercial Front Mowers published in 1997, by John Deere | |
Grounds Care & Recreation Products Sales Manual published in 1989, by John Deere | |
Lawn & Grounds Care Sales Manual published in 1997, by John Deere* | |
Commercial & Consumer Equipment Sales Manual published in 1999, by John Deere | |
Golf & Turf Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1993, by John Deere | |
Golf & Turf Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1997, by John Deere | |
Golf and Turf Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1998, by John Deere | |
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1999, by John Deere | |
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 2000, by John Deere | |
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 2001, by John Deere | |
*Publication contains known errors. | |
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Operator's Manual F915 and F935 Front Mower (OMM72338) published in 1986 | |
Operator's Manual F915 and F935 Front Mower (OMM79596) published in 1988 | |
Operator's Manual F925 and F935 Front Mower (OMM117814) published in 1994 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 878 cc / 53.6 ci Diesel
Manufacturer | Yanmar 3TNA72 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled horizontal-shaft inline |
Displacement | 878 cc
53.6 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.84x2.84 inches
72 x 72 mm |
Power | 22 hp
16.4 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Pre-heating | glow plugs |
Compression | 22.7:1 |
Rated RPM | 3400 |
Idle RPM | 1450-3625 |
Torque | 36 lb-ft
48.8 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 3.1 qts
2.9 L |
Coolant capacity | 5 qts
4.7 L |
John Deere F935 Engine | |
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Transmission
Transmission — Sundstrand
Transmission | Sundstrand |
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil capacity | 4.6 qts
4.4 L |
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Dimensions
John Deere F935 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 23x8.5-12 |
Lawn/turf rear | 16x6.5-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 56.3 inches
143 cm |
Length | 85.2 inches (without deck)
216 cm |
112.9 inches (60-inch deck)
286 cm | |
122.5 inches (72-inch deck)
311 cm | |
Width | 42.8 inches
108 cm |
Shipping weight | 1501 lbs
680 kg |
Ground clearance | 6.5 inches
16 cm |
John Deere F935 Height | |
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Steering wheel | 53.5 inches
135 cm |
Hood | 38.5 inches
97 cm |
ROPS | 81 inches
205 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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60" front-mount mower deck | |
72" front-mount mower deck | |
76" front-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
The F900 series could be equipped with the model 246 rotary broom. A grass collection system was available for the 60-inch side-discharge deck. The three-bag system held 12 bushels and used a dedicated 6hp Kawasaki engine. |
Photos
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere F935 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. |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere F935.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 9.6 hrs
Approximately 9.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (11 gal / 41.6 L).
Engine Crankcase Oil
Transmission & Hydraulic System
Engine Cooling System
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