John Deere lawn tractors
John Deere 65
The John Deere 65 is a riding lawn mower produced from 1978 to 1983. It features a 5 hp Tecumseh 1-cylinder gasoline engine, a 3-speed belt-driven gear transmission, and two-wheel drive with manual steering. The mower includes a 28-inch mid-mount mower deck and uses a mid independent PTO with a mechanical clutch. It was built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA, and originally sold for $1,019 in 1983.
Power5 hp
Founded28" deck
Model65
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 65
Engine
| Power | 5 hp (3.7 kW) |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 0.5 gal (1.9 L) |
| Air cleaner | dry element |
| Oil capacity | 0.85 qts (0.8 L) |
| Starter type | manual recoil |
| Engine Detail | Tecumseh gasoline 1-cylinder air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Dimensions
| Weight | 270 lbs (122 kg) |
|---|---|
| Rear tire | 4.80x4.00-8 |
| Front tire | 11x4.00-5 |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Disc brakes |
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Riding lawn mower |
|---|---|
| Built in | Horicon, Wisconsin, USA |
| Original price | $1,019 in 1983 |
| Years produced | 1978 - 1983 |
Attachments
| Blades | 1-blade |
|---|---|
| Cut height | 1 to 3 inch (2 to 7 cm) |
| Mower deck | 28" mid-mount John Deere |
| Cutting width | 28 inches (71 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | belt-driven gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
| Speeds | 3-speed gear |
Serial Numbers
| 1978 | 080001 |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 095001 |
| 1980 | 120001 |
| 1981 | 155001 |
| 1982 | 190001 |
| 1983 | 222001 |
| Location | Serial number plate on the right-rear of the Deere 65 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Type | independent |
|---|---|
| Clutch | mechanical |
| Location | Mid PTO |