John Deere L111
The John Deere L111 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): 20 hp / 14.9 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq T40. Operating weight: 462 lbs 209 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 20 hp / 14.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2.1 gal
7.9 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq T40
Operating Weight
462 lbs
209 kg
Overview
 | 2005
L100 SeriesLawn tractor
L100 Series
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Lawn tractor | |
Built in Greeneville, Tennessee, USA | |
Original price was $1,799 in 2005 | |
John Deere L111 Engine | |
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20HP Briggs & Stratton 655cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2.1 gal
7.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere L111 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | mechanical |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 48.9 inches
124 cm |
Weight | 462 lbs
209 kg |
Front tire | 15x6-6 |
Rear tire | 20x8-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 16 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery Group | U1 |
References | |
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Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2005, by John Deere | |
Operator's Manual L100, L108, L111, L118, L120 and L130 (OMGX22058) published in 2005* | |
*Publication contains known errors. |
Engine
Engine Detail — 655 cc / 40 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
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) | 20 hp
14.9 kW |
Air cleaner | replaceable foam |
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 | 0.010 inches
0.254 mm |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
John Deere L111 Engine | |
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Image courtesy of Jace Weir |
Transmission
Transmission — Tuff Torq T40
Transmission | Tuff Torq T40 |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil change | sealed unit, owner service is not recommended |
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Dimensions
John Deere L111 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x8-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 48.9 inches
124 cm |
Length | 69 inches
175 cm |
Width | 36 inches
91 cm |
Height | 38.6 inches
98 cm |
Weight | 462 lbs
209 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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42" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade |
42" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount John Deere |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Overall width | 44 inches
111 cm |
Cut height | 1 to 4 inch
2 to 10 cm |
Cut positions | 7 |
Photos
John Deere L111 lawn tractor.
John Deere L111 dashboard.
John Deere L111 lawn tractor.
John Deere L111 lawn tractor.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere L111 based on its 20 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 L111.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2 hrs
Approximately 2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2.1 gal / 7.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1 gal/hr (3.9 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 L111 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere L111.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)20 hp
Kilowatts (kW)14.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)20.3 PS
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