John Deere lawn tractors
John Deere 797
The John Deere 797 is a zero-turn mower from the 700 Series produced from 2003 to 2007. It features a 29 hp Kawasaki FD791D 745cc 2-cylinder liquid-cooled V-Twin gasoline engine with fuel injection and a hydrostatic transmission by Kanzaki/Parker with infinite forward and reverse speeds. The mower has a two-wheel drive with manual steering, mechanical band brakes, and a two-post folding ROPS. It includes a 12-gallon fuel tank and electric start. The 797 offers mid PTO with an electric clutch and independent operation. Dimensions include a length of 95 inches, height of 44 inches (71 inches with ROPS), and weight of 1350 lbs. Tires are 13x5-6 front and 24x12-12 rear. Attachments include 60" and 72" mower decks with right-discharge and 3 blades.
Power29 hp
Founded60/72" deck
Model797
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 797
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Kawasaki FD791D |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled horizontal-shaft V-Twin |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 2-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 12 gal (45.4 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.07x3.07 inches (78 x 78 mm) |
| Fuel system | fuel injected |
| Displacement | 745 cc (45.5 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 2 qts (1.9 L) |
| Power (gross) | 29 hp (21.6 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Dimensions
| Height | 44 inches (111 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 95 inches (241 cm) |
| Weight | 1350 lbs (612 kg) |
| Rear tire | 24x12-12 |
| Front tire | 13x5-6 |
| Height (ROPS) | 71 inches (180 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 340 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 20 |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post folding ROPS |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Mechanical band brakes |
| Steering | Manual steering |
Production
| Type | Zero-turn mower |
|---|---|
| Series | 700 Series |
| Years made | 2003 - 2007 |
Attachments
| 72" mower deck | 72 inches (182 cm), Total width: 86 inches (218 cm), 3-blade, right-discharge |
|---|---|
| 60" mid-mount mower deck | 60 inches (152 cm), Total width: 74 inches (187 cm), 3-blade, right-discharge |
Transmission
| Type | hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
| Details | Kanzaki DUP 13 pumps with Parker motors |
| Manufacturer | Kanzaki/Parker |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Type | Mid PTO |
| Clutch | electric |