John Deere lawn tractors
John Deere X304
The John Deere X304 is a lawn tractor produced from 2006 to 2015, built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA. It features a 17 hp Kawasaki 472cc 2-cylinder air-cooled V-Twin gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and manual four-wheel steering. The tractor has a wheelbase of 49.4 inches and weighs 556 lbs. It includes a mid PTO with electric clutch and offers attachments such as a 42" mid-mount mower deck, 44" blade, and 44" snow blower. The operator station is open with optional sunshade and vinyl weather enclosure, and the seat is adjustable with seven inches of travel.
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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere X304
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Kawasaki FH491V |
| Cylinders | 2-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 3.5 gal (13.2 L) |
| Point gap | 0.013 inches (0.330 mm) |
| Bore/Stroke | 2.68x2.56 inches (68 x 65 mm) |
| Fuel system | carburetor |
| Displacement | 472 cc (28.8 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 1.8 qts (1.7 L) |
| Configuration | air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
| Power (gross) | 17 hp (12.7 kW) |
| Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches (0.762 mm) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Intake valve clearance | 0.004 inches (Cold) (0.102 mm) |
| Exhaust valve clearance | 0.004 inches (Cold) (0.102 mm) |
Features
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Steering | Manual four-wheel steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station. Optional sunshade and vinyl weather enclosure. Adjustable seat with seven inches of travel. Cupholder and tool tray standard. |
Dimensions
| Width | 41 inches (104 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 43 inches (109 cm) |
| Length | 72 inches (182 cm) |
| Rear tire | 20x10.00-10 |
| Wheelbase | 49.4 inches (125 cm) |
| Front tire | 15x6.00-6 |
| Operating weight | 556 lbs (252 kg) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 160 (early), 195 (late) |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 15 |
Production
| Type | Lawn tractor |
|---|---|
| Built in | Horicon, Wisconsin, USA |
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Original price | $3,599 in 2010 |
Attachments
| 44" Blade | John Deere front-mount, 44 inches width (111 cm), 6 inches lift (15 cm), manual-lift, manual-angle |
|---|---|
| 44" Snow blower | John Deere, 44 inches width (111 cm), dual-stage, front-mount, manual-lift |
| 42" mid-mount mower deck | mid-mount John Deere 42X, 2-blade with manual lift, Cutting width 42 inches (106 cm), Overall width 53 inches (134 cm), Cut height 1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
| Controls | Throttle, Brake, Forward, Reverse, Cruise control, Parking brake |
| Oil change | sealed unit, owner service is not recommended |
| Transmission (2008+) | Tuff Torq K46CC |
| Transmission (2006-2007) | Tuff Torq K58 |
Serial Numbers
| 2006 | 010001 |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 040001 |
| 2008 | 085001 |
| 2009 | 120001 |
| 2010 | 150001 |
| 2011 | 180001 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Type | Mid PTO |
|---|---|
| Clutch | electric |
| Operation | independent |