John Deere lawn tractors
John Deere LA115
The John Deere LA115 is a lawn tractor produced from 2008 to 2010, part of the LA105 Series. It features a 19.5 hp Briggs & Stratton 499cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and a 42-inch mid-mount mower deck. Built in Greeneville, Tennessee, USA, it offers manual steering, two-wheel drive, and an open operator station with an adjustable seat and optional nylon canopy. Attachments include a snowblower and blade. The LA115 is known for its reliability and ease of use in residential lawn care.
Power19 hp
Founded42" deck
ModelLA115
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere LA115
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Briggs & Stratton 31 |
| Cooling | air-cooled vertical-shaft |
| Cylinders | 1-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 2.1 gal (7.9 L), 2.25 gal (8.5 L) California model |
| Air cleaner | paper and foam elements |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.57x3.06 inches (91 x 78 mm) |
| Displacement | 499 cc (30.5 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 1.5 qts (1.4 L) |
| Power (gross) | 19.5 hp (14.5 kW) |
| Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches (0.762 mm) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Intake valve clearance | 0.004 inches (0.102 mm) |
| Exhaust valve clearance | 0.006 inches (0.152 mm) |
Dimensions
| Height | 42.5 inches (107 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 68.75 inches (174 cm) |
| Weight | 450 lbs (204 kg) |
| Rear tire | 20x8.0-8 |
| Wheelbase | 48.9 inches (124 cm) |
| Front tire | 15x6.00-6 |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery Group | U1 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 9 |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station. Adjustable seat (10 position, 5.5-inches travel) and cup holder. Optional nylon canopy. |
Production
| Type | Lawn tractor |
|---|---|
| Built in | Greeneville, Tennessee, USA |
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Original price | $1,699 in 2011 |
| Production years | 2008 - 2010 |
Attachments
| Overview | 42" mid-mount mower deck, snowblower, blade |
|---|---|
| 46" Blade | John Deere 46, front-mount, 46 inches width (116 cm), 6 inches lift (15 cm), manual-lift, manual-angle |
| 42" Mower deck | mid-mount John Deere, 2-blade with manual lift, Cutting width 42 inches (106 cm), Overall width 52 inches (132 cm), Cut height 1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm) |
| 43.25" Snow blower | John Deere 44, 43.25 inches width (109 cm), dual-stage, Clear height:18 inches (45 cm), front-mount, manual-lift |
Transmission
| Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Drive | hydrostatic |
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
| Model | Tuff Torq T40 |
| Oil change | sealed unit, owner service is not recommended |
Serial Numbers
| 2008 | 050001 |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 200001 |
| 2010 | 300001 |
| Serial number plate location | under the left-rear fender |