John Deere LA165
The John Deere LA165 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 724 cc 44.2 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 24 hp / 17.9 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq K46. Operating weight: 524 lbs 237 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 24 hp / 17.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4 gal
15.1 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq K46
Operating Weight
524 lbs
237 kg
Overview
 | 2008 - 2010
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Lawn tractor | |
Built in Greeneville, Tennessee, USA | |
Original price was $2,549 in 2010 | |
John Deere LA165 Engine | |
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24HP Briggs & Stratton 724cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 4 gal
15.1 L |
2.25 gal (California model)
8.5 L | |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere LA165 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 | 524 lbs
237 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.5-8 |
Rear tire | 22x9.5-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 16 |
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 — 724 cc / 44.2 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 724 cc
44.2 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.12x2.89 inches
79 x 73 mm |
Power (gross) | 24 hp
17.9 kW |
Air cleaner | paper and foam elements |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Intake valve clearance | 0.005 inches
0.127 mm |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.005 inches
0.127 mm |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Tuff Torq K46
Transmission | Tuff Torq K46 |
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 LA165 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 | 69.25 inches
175 cm |
Width | 60 inches (with mower deck)
152 cm |
Height | 45 inches
114 cm |
Weight | 524 lbs
237 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 48 Edge |
3-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 48 inches
121 cm |
Overall width | 60 inches
152 cm |
Cut height | 1 to 4 inch
2 to 10 cm |
Photos
John Deere LA165
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere LA165 based on its 24 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 LA165.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.2 hrs
Approximately 3.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4 gal / 15.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.2 gal/hr (4.7 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 LA165 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere LA165.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)24 hp
Kilowatts (kW)17.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)24.3 PS
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