Information on a John Deere 245 Lawn & Garden Tractor

Engine

• The John Deere GT245 Garden Tractor uses a Kawasaki FH601V V-twin, overhead valve (OHV) engine, and it produces up to 20 horsepower. This is a two-cylinder engine, and the oil tank can hold up to 1.9 quarts. It comes with a 500 cold-crank amp, 12-volt battery, and it uses air to keep the engine cool while you are operating it. The cold crank amps refer to the total number of amps that you need to start the engine if you haven't used the tractor in a while. The fuel tank holds up to 2.75 gallons.

Body

• The dimensions of the garden tractor are 72 inches long and 47 inches high, and the narrow spacing width is 39 inches. The wide spacing width is 41.5 inches. The turning radius is 1.7 feet, and the tractor weighs 585 pounds. It uses a 16 x 6.5-8 front tire and a 23 x 10.5-12 rear tire, and the front axle is made of cast iron. The hood is made from Xenoy (a blend of plastics), and the tractor has a powder coating with an E-coat primer. This is a riding garden tractor, and the seat is 15 inches high. You can adjust the seat up to 7 inches forward, and it comes with a three-position suspension.

Transmission/Steering

• The transmission fluid reservoir of the GT245 holds up to 4.6 quarts, and it uses low viscosity Hy-Gard. It features infinite reverse and forward gears, and it has Twin-Touch control pedals. The steering features metal spindle bushings, and you can replace these components when they become worn. It also has an uncut circle radius of 18 inches.

Mower/Optional Features

• The wheels on the mower rotate, which makes it easier to turn and navigate the mower attachment, and it has an in-line belt system. You can also purchase additional mower attachments, including a 38-inch mower deck. You can also get a mulching system, which converts your debris and clippings into mulch that you can use in your garden. Other optional attachments include a 30-inch rotary tiller, a front thatcher and a longer front blade. You can purchase a front bumper to protect your garden tractor.