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John Deere SX85

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lawn1997 - 2003Ended

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Engine power13 hp
Weight365 lbs
Displacement28.40 ci / 0.465 L
Transmissionmechanical variable transmission

Overview

Manufacturer: John Deere

Model: SX85

Series: Not available

Type: lawn

Subtype: Riding lawn mower

Production status: Ended

Production years: 1997 - 2003

Built in: Not available

Model Specs

Weight range: 365 lbs

Fuel tank: 1.24 gal / 4.7 L

DEF capacity: Not available / Not available

Engine

Power: 13 hp

Fuel type: gasoline

Cylinders: 1

Displacement: 28.40 ci / 0.465 L

Torque: Not available / Not available

Torque RPM: Not available

Dimensions & Weight

Operating weight: Not available

Length: 154 cm

Width: 66 cm

Height: 99 cm

Height (ROPS): Not available

Height (cab): Not available

Wheelbase: 106 cm

Ground clearance: Not available

Front tire: Not available

Rear tire: Not available

Transmission

Type: mechanical variable transmission

Name: Transmission

Gears: infinite forward and reverse

Forward gears: Not available

Reverse gears: Not available

Ranges: Not available

Mechanical

Drive: 2WD

Final drives: Not available

Differential lock: Not available

Steering: manual

Brakes: Disc brakes

Cab: Not available

Electrical

Ground: negative

Charging system: alternator

Charging amps: Not available

Battery volts: 12 V

Production

Original price: $2,149 (1997 )

Attachments (1)

30" Mower deck — 30" Mower deck — mid-mount John Deere

Cutting width: 30 in / 76 cm

Cut height: 1 - 4 in