John Deere L130
The John Deere L130 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 673 cc 41.1 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 23 hp / 17.2 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq K46 HD. Operating weight: 532 lbs 241 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 23 hp / 17.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2.1 gal
7.9 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq K46 HD
Operating Weight
532 lbs
241 kg
Overview
 | 2003 - 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 $2,599 in 2005 | |
John Deere L130 Engine | |
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23HP Kohler 673cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2.1 gal
7.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere L130 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 | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 48.9 inches
124 cm |
Weight | 532 lbs
241 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.5-8 |
Rear tire | 22x9.5-12 |
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 2004, by John Deere | |
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2005, by John Deere | |
Operator's Manual L100, L110, L118, L120 and L130 (OMGX21647) published in 2003* | |
Operator's Manual L100, L108, L111, L118, L120 and L130 (OMGX22058) published in 2005* | |
100 Series Tractors published in 2003, by John Deere | |
*Publication contains known errors. |
Engine
Engine Detail — 673 cc / 41.1 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler CV23S |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical shaft V-Twin |
Displacement | 673 cc
41.1 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.15x2.64 inches
80 x 67 mm |
Power (gross) | 23 hp
17.2 kW |
Air cleaner | dual state |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Point gap | 0.225 inches
5.715 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 |
Transmission
Transmission — Tuff Torq K46 HD
Transmission | Tuff Torq K46 HD |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil capacity | 2.4 qts
2.3 L |
Oil change | sealed unit, owner service is not recommended |
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Dimensions
John Deere L130 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.5-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 22x9.5-12 |
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 | 532 lbs
241 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 |
3-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 48 inches
121 cm |
Overall width | 50 inches
127 cm |
Cut height | 1 to 4 inch
2 to 10 cm |
Photos
John Deere L130, left side.
John Deere L130, right side.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere L130 based on its 23 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 L130.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.8 hrs
Approximately 1.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2.1 gal / 7.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.2 gal/hr (4.5 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 L130 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere L130.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)23 hp
Kilowatts (kW)17.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)23.3 PS
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