John Deere lawn tractors
John Deere 216
The John Deere 216 is a garden tractor produced from 1979 to 1987 as part of the 200 Series. It features a 16 hp Kohler 588cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine, a 4-speed gear transmission with CVT, and two-wheel drive. Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA, it was originally priced at $3,609 in 1983. The tractor includes a mid PTO with manual clutch, mechanical steering, and mechanical band brakes. It supports various attachments including mid-mount mower decks, snowblower, blade, and tiller compatibility. The 216 is known for its open operator station and reliable performance in lawn and garden tasks.
Power16 hp
Founded38/46" deck
Model216
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 216
Tires
| Ag rear | 23x10.50-12 |
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| Ag front | 16x6.50-8 |
| Rear tire | 23x10.50-12 |
| Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
| Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.50-12 |
| Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Kohler K341AQS |
| Cooling | air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
| Idle RPM | 1700-3500 |
| Cylinders | 1-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 3.5 gal (13.2 L) |
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.75x3.25 inches (95 x 83 mm) |
| Displacement | 588 cc (35.9 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 1.5 qts (1.4 L) |
| Power (gross) | 16 hp (11.9 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Oil change interval | 25 h |
Features
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Mechanical band brakes |
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Dimensions
| Width | 41.5 inches (105 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 42 inches (106 cm) |
| Length | 67.5 inches (171 cm) |
| Weight | 695 lbs (315 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 46 inches (116 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 15 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Production
| Series | 200 Series |
|---|---|
| Built in | Horicon, Wisconsin, USA |
| Category | Garden tractor |
| Original price | $3,609 in 1983 |
| Years produced | 1979 - 1987 |
Attachments
| 42" Blade | John Deere 43, front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm), 18 inches height (45 cm), 8 inches lift (20 cm), Angling 30°, 3 inches cut (7 cm), Weight: 138 lbs (62 kg), manual-lift, manual-angle |
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| Additional | The 216 was compatible with the John Deere model 31 tiller. |
| 38" Snow blower | John Deere 37A, 38 inches width (96 cm), single-stage, front-mount, manual-lift, Weight: 180 lbs (81 kg) |
| 38" mid-mount mower deck | John Deere 39, 38 inches (96 cm), 3-blade, mechanical lift, hydraulic lift (Optional), right-discharge, Cut height: 1.5 to 3.5 inch (3 to 8 cm), Weight: 85 lbs (38 kg) |
| 42" Blade (center-mount) | John Deere 43C, center-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm), 5.75 inches lift (14 cm), Angling 23°, 2 inches cut (5 cm), Weight: 68 lbs (30 kg), manual-lift, manual-angle |
| 46" mid-mount mower deck | John Deere 47, 46 inches (116 cm), Total width: 57 inches (144 cm), 3-blade, mechanical lift, hydraulic lift (Optional), right-discharge, Cut height: 1.5 to 3.5 inch (3 to 8 cm), Weight: 113 lbs (51 kg) |
| 38" mid-mount mower deck (alt) | John Deere 38 663/664/665, 38 inches (96 cm), 2-blade, mechanical lift, hydraulic lift (Optional), right-discharge, Cut height: 1.0 to 4.0 inch (2 to 10 cm) |
| 46" mid-mount mower deck (alt) | John Deere 46 673, 46 inches (116 cm), Total width: 57 inches (144 cm), 3-blade, mechanical lift, hydraulic lift (Optional), right-discharge, Cut height: 1.5 to 5.0 inch (3 to 12 cm), Weight: 113 lbs (51 kg) |
Transmission
| Type | gear with CVT |
|---|---|
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
| Model | Peerless 2300 |
| Description | Four-speed gear transmission with mechanical variable drive. |
| Oil capacity | 1.75 qts (1.7 L) |
Serial Numbers
| 1979 | 95001 |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 120001 |
| 1981 | 155001 |
| 1982 | 190001 |
| 1983 | 222001 |
| 1984 | 285001 |
| 1985 | 315001 |
| 1986 | 360001 |
| 1987 | 420001 |
| Serial number location | Serial number plate below the steering column. |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | manual |
|---|---|
| PTO type | independent |
| PTO location | Mid PTO |