John Deere lawn tractors

John Deere 314

The John Deere 314 is a garden tractor produced from 1979 to 1983 as part of the 300 Series. It features a 14 hp Kohler K321AQS 512cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission, and two-wheel drive. Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA, it was originally priced at $3,929 in 1983. The tractor includes an open operator station, manual steering, shoe brakes, and an independent front PTO with electric clutch. It supports various attachments including mid-mount mower decks, snowblower, blade, and compatible tillers. The 314 is known for its durable build and versatility in lawn and garden tasks.

Power14 hp

Founded38/46" deck

Model314

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 314

Tires

Rear tire	23x10.50-12
Front tire	16x6.50-8

Engine

Type	gasoline
Model	Kohler K321AQS
Cooling	air-cooled horizontal-shaft
Cylinders	1-cylinder 2-valve
Fuel tank	4.5 gal (17.0 L)
Bore/Stroke	3.50x3.25 inches (89 x 83 mm)
Displacement	512 cc (31.27 ci)
Oil capacity	1.5 qts (1.4 L)
Power (gross)	14 hp (10.4 kW)
Starter volts	12
Oil change interval	25 h

Dimensions

Width	42.5 inches (107 cm)
Height	44 inches (111 cm)
Length	69 inches (175 cm)
Weight	760 lbs (344 kg)
Wheelbase	46 inches (116 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

Mechanical

Drive	Two-wheel drive
Brakes	Shoe brakes
Steering	Manual steering
Operator station	Open operator station

Production

Series	300 Series
Built in	Horicon, Wisconsin, USA
Category	Garden tractor
Original price	$3,929 in 1983
Years produced	1979 - 1983

Attachments

Overview	38" mid-mount mower deck, 46" mid-mount mower deck, snowblower, blade. The 314 was compatible with the John Deere model 33 tiller, with 26-, 34-, or 42-inch width. The 33 tiller requires the installation of the rear PTO kit (BM15851) on the tractor.
54" Blade	John Deere 54, front-mount, 54 inches width (137 cm), 18 inches height (45 cm), 15 inches lift (38 cm), Angling 30°, 3.5 inches cut (8 cm), 140 lbs (63 kg), hydraulic-lift, manual-angle
38" Mower deck	John Deere 41, 38 inches (96 cm), Total width: 49.25 inches (125 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, right-discharge, Cut height: 1.5 to 3.5 inch (3 to 8 cm), 111 lbs (50 kg)
46" Mower deck	John Deere 48, 46 inches (116 cm), Total width: 57 inches (144 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, right-discharge, Cut height: 1.5 to 3.5 inch (3 to 8 cm), 144 lbs (65 kg)
46" Snow blower	John Deere 49, 46 inches width (116 cm), one-stage, front-mount, hydraulic-lift, 197 lbs (89 kg)

Transmission

Type	shaft-driven hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse
Model	Sundstrand 15
Oil type	JD All-Weather Hydrostatic Fluid
Oil capacity	5 qts (4.7 L)
Oil change interval	500 h

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