John Deere GX85

The John Deere GX85 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 465 cc 28.4 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 13 hp / 9.7 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 342 lbs 155 kg.

Overview

	1997 - 2003 Riding lawn mower
1997 - 2003
Riding lawn mower

1997 - 2003
Riding lawn mower

Production
Manufacturer	John Deere
Riding lawn mower
Original price	$1,799 (1997 )
	$2,049 (2003 )

Variants
GX85	gear drive
SX85	variator drive

John Deere GX85 Engine
13HP Briggs & Stratton 465cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	1.24 gal 4.7 L
Engine details ...

John Deere GX85 Transmission
5-speed gear
Transmission details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering	manual
Disc brakes
Open operator station

Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO	independent
Clutch	mechanical

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	42 inches 106 cm
Weight	342 lbs 155 kg
Front tire	11x4.00-5
Rear tire	16x6.50-8
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Battery CCA	160
Battery volts	12

References
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 1997, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 1998, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2000, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2001, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2002, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2003, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2004, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2005, 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
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
Deere Season 2002 published by John Deere
*Publication contains known errors.

Engine

	1997 - 2003 Riding lawn mower
1997 - 2003
Riding lawn mower

1997 - 2003
Riding lawn mower

Engine Detail — 465 cc / 28.4 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton 28M707
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement	465 cc 28.4 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.44x3.06 inches 87 x 78 mm
Power (gross)	13 hp 9.7 kW
Air cleaner	dry element
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	1.7 qts 1.6 L

John Deere GX85 Engine
Image courtesy of Derek Woodward

Transmission

	1997 - 2003 Riding lawn mower
1997 - 2003
Riding lawn mower

1997 - 2003
Riding lawn mower

Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	5 forward and 1 reverse

Dimensions

	1997 - 2003 Riding lawn mower
1997 - 2003
Riding lawn mower

1997 - 2003
Riding lawn mower

John Deere GX85 Tires
Lawn/turf front	11x4.00-5
Lawn/turf rear	16x6.50-8

Dimensions
Wheelbase	42 inches 106 cm
Length	61 inches 154 cm
Width	26 inches 66 cm
Height	39 inches 99 cm
Weight	342 lbs 155 kg

Attachments

	1997 - 2003 Riding lawn mower
1997 - 2003
Riding lawn mower

1997 - 2003
Riding lawn mower

30" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount John Deere
	1-blade
Cutting width	30 inches 76 cm
Overall width	42 inches 106 cm
Cut height	1 to 4 inch 2 to 10 cm

Photos

John Deere GX85

John Deere GX85 with rear bagger.

John Deere GX85 with rear bagger.

John Deere GX85 with rear bagger.

John Deere GX85 operator station and controls.