John Deere lawn tractors

John Deere 997

The John Deere 997 is a zero-turn mower produced from 2005 to 2014. It features a 31 hp Yanmar 3-cylinder diesel engine, hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and two-wheel drive with power steering. The mower includes a two-post folding ROPS for operator safety. It offers mid PTO with electro-hydraulic clutch and is compatible with 60" and 72" mid-mount mower decks. The 997 was built in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, USA.

Power31 hp

Founded60/72" deck

Model997

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 997

Engine

Type	diesel
Model	Yanmar 3TNV82A
Cooling	liquid-cooled horizontal-shaft inline
Starter	electric
Cylinders	3-cylinder
Fuel tank	11.5 gal (43.5 L)
Rated RPM	3000
Air cleaner	dry
Bore/Stroke	3.23x3.31 inches (82 x 84 mm)
Fuel system	direct injection
Power (net)	27 hp (20.1 kW)
Displacement	1330 cc (81.2 ci)
Power (gross)	31 hp (23.1 kW)
Starter volts	12

Features

ROPS	Two-post folding ROPS
Drive	Two-wheel drive
Steering	Power steering

Dimensions

Length	96 inches (60 deck) (243 cm), 99 inches (72 deck) (251 cm)
Weight	1774 lbs (60 deck) (804 kg), 1842 lbs (72 deck) (835 kg)
Rear tire	26x12-12
Front tire	15x6-6
Height (ROPS)	74.8 inches (189 cm)
Height (Folded ROPS)	50.4 inches (128 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery CCA	490
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	40

Production

Type	Zero-turn mower
Built in	Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, USA
Years produced	2005 - 2014

Attachments

60" mid-mount mower deck	60 inches (152 cm), Total width: 74 inches (187 cm), 3-blade, electro-hydraulic lift, right-discharge, Cut height: 1.5 to 5 inch (3 to 12 cm)
72" mid-mount mower deck	72 inches (182 cm), Total width: 86 inches (218 cm), 3-blade, electro-hydraulic lift, right-discharge, Cut height: 1.5 to 5 inch (3 to 12 cm)

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