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John Deere GX85

John Deere GX85 tractor
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The John Deere GX85 is a riding lawn mower produced from 1997 to 2003. It features a 13 hp Briggs & Stratton 465cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine, a 5-speed gear transmission, and two-wheel manual steering. The mower includes a 30-inch mid-mount mower deck and an independent mid PTO with mechanical clutch. It has a wheelbase of 42 inches, weighs 342 lbs, and uses lawn/turf tires sized 11x4.00-5 front and 16x6.50-8 rear. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery with 160 CCA and alternator charging. The GX85 succeeded the GX75 model.
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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere GX85

Engine

Type:gasoline, 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Model:Briggs & Stratton 28M707
Starter:electric
Fuel tank:1.24 gal (4.7 L)
Air cleaner:dry element
Bore/Stroke:3.44x3.06 inches (87 x 78 mm)
Displacement:465 cc (28.4 ci)
Oil capacity:1.7 qts (1.6 L)
Power (gross):13 hp (9.7 kW)
Starter volts:12

Dimensions

Width:26 inches (66 cm)
Height:39 inches (99 cm)
Length:61 inches (154 cm)
Weight:342 lbs (155 kg)
Rear tire:16x6.50-8
Wheelbase:42 inches (106 cm)
Front tire:11x4.00-5

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery CCA:160
Battery volts:12
Charging system:alternator

Production

Type:Riding lawn mower
Original price:$1,799 (1997), $2,049 (2003)
Years produced:1997 - 2003

Attachments

Cut height:1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm)
Cutting width:30 inches (76 cm)
Overall width:42 inches (106 cm)
30" Mower deck:mid-mount John Deere, 1-blade

Transmission

Type:gear
Gears:5 forward and 1 reverse

Steering and Brakes

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Disc brakes
Steering:manual
Operator station:Open

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:mechanical
Mid PTO:independent

Related Models

John Deere GX75

Model:GX75