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John Deere STX30

The John Deere STX30 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 398 cc 24.3 ci engine. The rated power output is 9 hp 6.7 kW. Transmission: Peerless 920. Operating weight: 417 lbs 189 kg.

Engine Power
9 hp 6.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1.25 gal 4.7 L
Transmission
Peerless 920
Operating Weight
417 lbs 189 kg

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Overview

John Deere STX30 tractor photo
1989 - 1993 Lawn tractor
1989 - 1993
Lawn tractor
Production
Manufacturer
John Deere
Lawn tractor
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA
The STX30 was the smallest lawn tractor in the John Deere line during its production. Front headlights lights were available as a kit (AM107293).
John Deere STX30 Engine
9HP Kohler 398cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
1.25 gal 4.7 L
Engine details ...
John Deere STX30 Transmission
5-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering
manual sector-and-pinion
Integral mechanical disc brakes
Open operator station with foam-padded seat.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO
independent
Clutch
electric
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
44.69 inches 113 cm
Weight
417 lbs 189 kg
Front tire
13x5-6
Rear tire
18x6.5-8
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
flywheel alternator
Charging amps
15
Battery CCA
200
Battery volts
12
References
STX30 references literature
Riding Mowers Product Information Handbook published in 1991, by John Deere
Lawn & Garden Equipment published in 1990, by John Deere
Grounds Care & Recreation Products Sales Manual published in 1989, by John Deere
Suburban Tractors published in 1989, by John Deere
Operator's Manual STX30 and STX38 Lawn Tractors (OMM79672) published in 1989

Engine

Engine Detail — 398 cc / 24.3 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer
Kohler CF12.5-1216S
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement
398 cc 24.3 ci
Bore/Stroke
3.425x2.638 inches 87 x 67 mm
Power
9 hp 6.7 kW
Air cleaner
paper and foam
Compression
8.9:1
Idle RPM
1350-3350
Starter volts
12
Sparkplug
Champion RC12YC
Sparkplug gap
0.040 inches 1.016 mm
Oil capacity
2 qts 1.9 L
Oil change
50 h
John Deere STX30 Engine
John Deere STX30 engine image
Image courtesy of Matthew Marchand

Transmission

Transmission — Peerless 920

Transmission
Peerless 920
Type
belt-driven gear
Gears
5 forward and 1 reverse
Oil change
sealed unit, owner service is not recommended
STX30 920 belt-driven gear speeds

Dimensions

John Deere STX30 Tires
Lawn/turf front
13x5-6
Lawn/turf rear
18x6.5-8
Dimensions
Wheelbase
44.69 inches 113 cm
Length
60 inches 152 cm
Width
43.5 inches 110 cm
Height (steering wheel)
38.6 inches 98 cm
Weight
417 lbs 189 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
30" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
A twin-bag 6.5-bushel rear grass bagger (BM16868) was optional. If the tractor was operating on hills with the bagger then 35-pound wheel weights were recommended. Rear-tire chains and a rear suitcase-style weight bracket were available for use with the snowblower.
30" Mower deck
Type
mid-mount John Deere
1-blade with manual lift
Cutting width
30 inches 76 cm
Cut height
1 to 4 inch 2 to 10 cm
Cut positions
7

Photos

John Deere STX30

John Deere STX30

John Deere STX30

John Deere STX30

John Deere STX30 rear view.

John Deere STX30 rear view.

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