John Deere LA115
The John Deere LA115 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 499 cc 30.5 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 19.5 hp / 14.5 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq T40. Operating weight: 450 lbs 204 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 19.5 hp / 14.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2.1 gal
7.9 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq T40
Operating Weight
450 lbs
204 kg
Overview
 | 2008 - 2010
LA105 SeriesLawn tractor
LA105 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 $1,699 in 2011 | |
Variants | |
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LA105 | gear drive |
LA115 | hydro drive |
John Deere LA115 Engine | |
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19.5HP Briggs & Stratton 499cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2.1 gal
7.9 L |
2.25 gal (California model)
8.5 L | |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere LA115 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. Adjustable seat (10 position, 5.5-inches travel) and cup holder. Optional nylon canopy. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 48.9 inches
124 cm |
Weight | 450 lbs
204 kg |
Front tire | 15x6.00-6 |
Rear tire | 20x8.0-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 9 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery Group | U1 |
References | |
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100 Series Tractors published in 2008, by John Deere | |
Operator's Manual 100 Series (OMGX23171) published in 2008* | |
Operator's Manual 100 Series (OMGX23404) published in 2010 | |
100 Series Tractors published in 2009, by John Deere | |
*Publication contains known errors. |
Engine
Engine Detail — 499 cc / 30.5 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 31 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 499 cc
30.5 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.57x3.06 inches
91 x 78 mm |
Power (gross) | 19.5 hp
14.5 kW |
Air cleaner | paper and foam elements |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Intake valve clearance | 0.004 inches
0.102 mm |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.006 inches
0.152 mm |
Oil capacity | 1.5 qts
1.4 L |
John Deere LA115 Engine | |
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Image courtesy of Greg Savernik |
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 LA115 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6.00-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x8.0-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 48.9 inches
124 cm |
Length | 68.75 inches
174 cm |
Height | 42.5 inches
107 cm |
Weight | 450 lbs
204 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 | 52 inches
132 cm |
Cut height | 1 to 4 inch
2 to 10 cm |
Photos
John Deere LA115
John Deere LA115
John Deere LA115 with rear bagger.
John Deere LA115 with rear bagger.
John Deere LA115 with rear bagger.
John Deere LA115 with rear bagger.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere LA115 based on its 19.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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. |
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 LA115.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.1 hrs
Approximately 2.1 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 (3.8 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 LA115 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere LA115.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)19.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)14.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)19.8 PS
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