John Deere RX63
The John Deere RX63 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 209 cc 12.8 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 6 hp / 4.5 kW. Transmission: 7 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 307 lbs 139 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 6 hp / 4.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
0.5 gal
1.9 L
Transmission
7 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
307 lbs
139 kg
Overview
![]() | 1987 - 1990
Riding lawn mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Riding lawn mower | |
Original price was $1,200 in 1990 | |
John Deere RX63 Engine | |
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6HP Kawasaki 209cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 0.5 gal
1.9 L |
Engine details ... | |
John Deere RX63 Transmission | |
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7-speed mechanical variable transmission | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Disc brakes | |
Open operator station | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | mechanical |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 42 inches
106 cm |
Weight | 307 lbs
139 kg |
Front tire | 11x4.00-5 |
Rear tire | 4.80x4.00-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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Lawn & Garden Equipment published in 1990, by John Deere | |
Grounds Care & Recreation Products Sales Manual published in 1989, by John Deere | |
Operator's Manual Grass Bagger or RX, SX, SRX, and GX Riding Mowers and LX Lawn Tractors (OMM115491) published in 1991 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 209 cc / 12.8 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kawasaki FA210V |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 209 cc
12.8 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.83x2.01 inches
72 x 51 mm |
Power | 6 hp
4.5 kW |
Air cleaner | dry element |
Starter type | manual recoil |
Oil capacity | 0.75 qts
0.7 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 7 forward and 1 reverse mechanical variable transmission
Type | mechanical variable transmission |
Gears | 7 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
John Deere RX63 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 11x4.00-5 |
Lawn/turf rear | 4.80x4.00-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 42 inches
106 cm |
Length | 61 inches
154 cm |
Width | 26 inches
66 cm |
Height | 39 inches
99 cm |
Weight | 307 lbs
139 kg |
Attachments
26" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount John Deere |
1-blade | |
Cutting width | 26 inches
66 cm |
Overall width | 41 inches
104 cm |
Cut height | 1 to 4 inch
2 to 10 cm |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere RX63.
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 RX63 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere RX63.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)6 hp
Kilowatts (kW)4.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)6.1 PS
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