John Deere X155R
The John Deere X155R is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 655 cc 40 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 16.8 hp / 12.5 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq T40. Operating weight: 460 lbs 208 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 16.8 hp / 12.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2 gal
7.6 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq T40
Operating Weight
460 lbs
208 kg
Overview
 | 2011 -
X100 SeriesLawn tractor |
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2011 - | |
X100 Series | |
Lawn tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Lawn tractor | |
Built in Greeneville, Tennessee, USA | |
John Deere X155R Engine | |
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12.5KW Briggs & Stratton 655cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2 gal
7.6 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere X155R Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Open operator station. | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 460 lbs
208 kg |
Front tire | 15x6.00-6 |
Rear tire | 18x8.5-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | regulated circuit |
Charging amps | 9 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery Group | BCI U1 |
References | |
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Walk Behind Mower & Lawn Tractor Range published in 2011, by John Deere | |
The Complete Range of Lawn Care Solutions published in 2014, by John Deere | |
The Complete Range of Lawn Care Solutions published in 2016, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 655 cc / 40 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 4055 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 655 cc
40 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.97x2.89 inches
75 x 73 mm |
Power (gross) | 16.8 hp
12.5 kW |
Air cleaner | paper and foam |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Point gap | 0.010 inches
0.254 mm |
Intake valve clearance | 0.005 inches
0.127 mm |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.005 inches
0.127 mm |
Oil capacity | 2.0 qts
1.9 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Tuff Torq T40
Transmission | Tuff Torq T40 |
Type | hydrostatic |
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Dimensions
John Deere X155R Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6.00-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 18x8.5-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 99 inches
251 cm |
Width | 43.8 inches
111 cm |
Height | 44 inches
111 cm |
Weight | 460 lbs
208 kg |
Attachments
42" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount John Deere 42C |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Overall width | 51.75 inches
131 cm |
Cut height | 1 to 4 inch
2 to 10 cm |
Photos
John Deere X155R tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere X155R based on its 16.8 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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. |
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 X155R.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.3 hrs
Approximately 2.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2 gal / 7.6 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.3 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 X155R Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere X155R.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)16.8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)12.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)17 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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