John Deere M655
The John Deere M655 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 724 cc 44.2 ci engine. The rated power output is 25 hp 18.6 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear.
Engine Power
25 hp
18.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
10 gal
37.9 L
Transmission
Hydro-Gear
John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere M655 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 | |
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M500 Series | |
Zero-turn mower |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Zero-turn mower | |
John Deere M655 Engine | |
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25HP Kohler 724cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 10 gal
37.9 L |
Engine details ... | |
John Deere M655 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
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M500 SeriesZero-turn mower |
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2000 - 2001 | |
M500 Series | |
Zero-turn mower | |
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M500 Series | |
Zero-turn mower |
Engine Detail — 724 cc / 44.2 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler CH25S |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
Displacement | 724 cc
44.2 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.27x2.64 inches
83 x 67 mm |
Power | 25 hp
18.6 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Compression | 9:1 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 2.1 qts
2.0 L |
Transmission
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M500 SeriesZero-turn mower |
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2000 - 2001 | |
M500 Series | |
Zero-turn mower | |
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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
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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 |
John Deere M655 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
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M500 SeriesZero-turn mower |
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2000 - 2001 | |
M500 Series | |
Zero-turn mower | |
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M500 Series | |
Zero-turn mower |
64" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount John Deere |
3-blade | |
Cutting width | 64 inches
162 cm |
Overall width | 68 inches
172 cm |
Cut height | 1.5 to 5 inch
3 to 12 cm |
Photos
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