John Deere X300
The John Deere X300 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 472 cc 28.8 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 17 hp / 12.7 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq K46. Operating weight: 501 lbs 227 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 17 hp / 12.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3.5 gal
13.2 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq K46
Operating Weight
501 lbs*Weight of tractor only.
227 kg
Overview
![]() | 2006 - 2015
Model year 2006-20102011-2015
Select X300 SeriesLawn tractor
Select X300 Series
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Lawn tractor | |
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA | |
Original price was $2,999 in 2010 | |
Variants | |
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X300 | two-wheel steering |
X304 | four-wheel steering |
John Deere X300 Engine | |
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17HP Kawasaki 472cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3.5 gal
13.2 L |
Engine details ... | |
John Deere X300 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. Optional sunshade and vinyl weather enclosure. Adjustable seat with seven inches of travel. Cupholder and tool tray standard. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 501 lbs
227 kg |
Front tire | 15x6.00-6 |
Rear tire | 20x10.00-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery CCA | 160 (early) |
195 (late) | |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Select Series Tractors published in 2007, by John Deere | |
Select Series Tractors published in 2009, by John Deere | |
Operator's Manual X300 Tractors (OMM158184) published in 2008 | |
Operator's Manual X300 Tractors (OMM161628) published in 2009 | |
Commercial & Consumer Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 2007, by John Deere | |
Riding Lawn Equipment Attachments & Accessories published in 2011, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 472 cc / 28.8 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kawasaki FH491V |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
Displacement | 472 cc
28.8 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.68x2.56 inches
68 x 65 mm |
Power (gross) | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
Fuel system | carburetor |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Point gap | 0.013 inches
0.330 mm |
Intake valve clearance | 0.004 inches (Cold)
0.102 mm |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.004 inches (Cold)
0.102 mm |
Oil capacity | 1.8 qts
1.7 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Tuff Torq K46
Transmission | Tuff Torq K46 |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil change | sealed unit, owner service is not recommended |
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X300 Transmission Controls | |
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1 | Throttle |
2 | Brake |
3 | Forward |
4 | Reverse |
5 | Parking brake |
Dimensions
John Deere X300 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6.00-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x10.00-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 72 inches
182 cm |
Width | 38 inches
96 cm |
Height | 43 inches
109 cm |
Operating weight | 501 lbs*Weight of tractor only.
227 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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38" mid-mount mower deck | |
42" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade |
Photos
John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere X300 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere X300.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)17 hp
Kilowatts (kW)12.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)17.2 PS
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