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- 17-hp V-twin, air-cooled John Deere iTorque™ Power System (which provides more lugging ability, full pressure lubrication, even cooling, and durability) provides excellent power and performance, easy starts and smooth operation.
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| Performance |
- 3.5 U.S. gallon fuel tank with a large 3-inch fill opening located on the left fender makes adding fuel easy and helps eliminate spillage
- Twin Touch™ automatic transmission provides comfortable two-pedal foot control for effortless speed and direction changes
- 35-watt headlights designed to provide optimum lighting pattern for mowing and snow removal and improved visibility during evening operation
- Tight 16-inch turning radius provides excellent maneuverability and improved mowing performance
- Edge™ Cutting System with 42-inch mulching deck sizes and returns clippings to the lawn eliminating disposal hassles and lowering fertilizer costs; exclusive material gates can be removed to exhaust larger clippings in tall grass
- Also available with 38- or 42-inch Edge Xtra™ mower deck
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| Durability |
- Heavy-duty welded frame for the strength to operate a wide variety of equipment
- Rear hitch plate can support two 42-lb. Quik-Tatch weights; weight bracket is built into the frame
- Front axle is made of nodular cast iron
- Depressing brake pedal applies internal wet disk brakes (increased durability and longer life) for safe stopping
- Heavy-duty electric PTO clutch designed to operate through many on/off cycles before needing adjustment; controlled by a convenient dash-mounted control
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| Convenience |
- Heavy-duty CargO Mount™ System (a combination of fender, deck and hitch mounting points) provides convenient and easy installation of rear attachments
- Standard tool tray and cupholder keep tools and beverages within reach
- A lift-assist spring is available on tractors to minimize lift effort; lift effort can be easily adjusted for optimum performance depending on the equipment used (mower, front blade, etc.)
- Color-coded controls are conveniently located for easy access
- Standard hourmeter makes it easy to tell when oil changes and other maintenance should be performed
- Separate engine speed and choke controls make starting and warming up the engine easier in cold weather
- Mower deck height-of-cut control with rotary dial knob provides mower cut height range from 1 to 4 inches in 1/4-inch increments; on-board deck leveling gauge located in the center of the cut-height adjusting knob
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| Comfort |
- Comfortable, high-back sit-and-adjust seat features 7 inches of travel; springs adjust for operator weight allowing fine tuning of suspension; open-back design allows air circulation to keep the operator's back cool and dry for a more comfortable ride
- Large 14-inch diameter steering wheel is comfortable to use and minimizes steering effort
- Full-length foot mats provide comfort for the operator while protecting the footrest area
- Roomy and uncluttered open platform makes getting on and off the tractor easy
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