John Deere M653
The John Deere M653 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 673 cc 41.1 ci engine. The rated power output is 22 hp 16.4 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear.
Engine Power
22 hp
16.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
10 gal
37.9 L
Transmission
Hydro-Gear
John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere M653 Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
Where to Find the Serial NumberThe serial number plate is commonly located on the front frame, tractor transmission housing (right side), or instrument panel badge.
Overview
 | 2000 - 2001
M500 SeriesZero-turn mower |
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2000 - 2001 | |
M500 Series | |
Zero-turn mower | |
2000 - 2001 | |
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M500 Series | |
Zero-turn mower |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Zero-turn mower | |
John Deere M653 Engine | |
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22HP Kohler 673cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 10 gal
37.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere M653 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Mechanical band brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 52 inches
132 cm |
Front tire | 13x5.00-6 |
Rear tire | 23x10.5-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery CCA | 470 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Commercial Mowing Equipment published in 2000, by John Deere | |
Full-Line Commercial Mowing Equipment published in 2000, by John Deere | |
Operator's Manual M653, M655 and M665 (OMM138801) published in 1999 | |
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 2000, by John Deere | |
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 2001, by John Deere |
Engine
| 2000 - 2001
M500 SeriesZero-turn mower |
|---|---|
2000 - 2001 | |
M500 Series | |
Zero-turn mower | |
2000 - 2001 | |
|---|---|
M500 Series | |
Zero-turn mower |
Engine Detail — 673 cc / 41.1 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler CH22S |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
Displacement | 673 cc
41.1 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.15x2.54 inches
80 x 65 mm |
Power | 22 hp
16.4 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Compression | 8.5:1 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 2.1 qts
2.0 L |
Transmission
| 2000 - 2001
M500 SeriesZero-turn mower |
|---|---|
2000 - 2001 | |
M500 Series | |
Zero-turn mower | |
2000 - 2001 | |
|---|---|
M500 Series | |
Zero-turn mower |
Transmission — Hydro-Gear
Transmission | Hydro-Gear |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil capacity | 8 qts
7.6 L |
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Dimensions
| 2000 - 2001
M500 SeriesZero-turn mower |
|---|---|
2000 - 2001 | |
M500 Series | |
Zero-turn mower | |
2000 - 2001 | |
|---|---|
M500 Series | |
Zero-turn mower |
John Deere M653 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 13x5.00-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.5-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 52 inches
132 cm |
Length | 79 inches
200 cm |
Ground clearance | 5 inches
12 cm |
Attachments
| 2000 - 2001
M500 SeriesZero-turn mower |
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2000 - 2001 | |
M500 Series | |
Zero-turn mower | |
2000 - 2001 | |
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M500 Series | |
Zero-turn mower |
54" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount John Deere |
3-blade | |
Cutting width | 54 inches
137 cm |
Overall width | 68 inches
172 cm |
Cut height | 1.5 to 5 inch
3 to 12 cm |
Photos
John Deere M653 tractor photo
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