V-twin engine

High-quality air filter

A large-displacement 656-cc (40.0-cu in.) V-twin engine has plenty of power and torque to handle tough mowing conditions:

• Powerful 12.36 kW at 3050 rpm engine gives excellent performance.
• V-twin cylinder design has greater torque, lower vibration, and improved sound quality.
• Cast-iron cylinders give longer engine life.
• Overhead valves provide excellent power and fuel economy.

Engine speed control

• Spring-return feature ensures the operator does not mistakenly leave the throttle lever in the choke position.
• Electronic ignition gives fast starts.
• Full-pressure lubrication and oil filter ensure cleaner oil for longer engine life and extended time between oil changes.
  • Full-pressure lubrication is also more effective when operating the tractor on an incline.
• Large, high-quality air filter element extends engine life and is easy to service.

Oil filter and fuel filter

No-tools engine oil drain

Engine fuel filter and oil filter help to give trouble-free operation. Both are conveniently located for easy service.

No-tools oil-drain valve is easy to access when changing the engine oil.

FUEL TANK

Convenient fuel-filler opening

• Capacity is 9 L (2.4 U.S. gal.)
• Large-diameter fuel-filler opening is conveniently located under the tractor seat
  • Filling the tank without spilling is easy.
  • A tethered fuel tank cap is more convenient.
  • The sealed fuel cap helps keep vapors inside the tank.

Solid one-piece frame

Solid one-piece frame

The solid, one-piece frame is constructed of 12-gauge, 2.66-mm (0.105-in.) steel:

• Full-length, robotically welded frame design has high-strength steel rails for added strength and long life.
• One-piece steel fender deck is bolted to the frame.

CAST-IRON FRONT AXLE WILL NOT BEND

Front axle and wheel spindle

The front axle is constructed of solid cast iron that will not bend:

• Automotive-like steering system with sector and pinion steering gears provide a very strong, low-effort, and tight-turning system.
• Three grease fittings, on both steering spindles and the center pivot, allow for regular lubrication to help maintain easy steering and minimize wear.
• Large, 19-mm (0.75-in.) diameter wheel spindles provide excellent durability.

HOOD WILL NOT DENT OR RUST AND INCLUDES QUALITY HEADLIGHTS FOR GOOD VISIBILITY

One-piece hood opens for service access

Quality headlights for good visibility

The hood is made of molded-in color material:

• Reduces sound
• Will not rust or dent
• Openings in the hood let in plenty of cooling air while keeping the sound level low
• Two headlights provide good lighting for nighttime operation

Hydro/automatic two-pedal speed/direction controls

A Kanzaki® Tuff Torq® hydrostatic transmission gives an infinite choice of speeds and makes changing the direction of travel easy. Side-by-side foot pedals control the speed and direction of travel:

• Automotive-type accelerator control ensures easy operation.
• The operator can change direction without lifting foot off the platform.
• Large pedal surface gives superior operator comfort.

Hydrostatic transmission

Hydrostatic transmission

Appropriate transmissions are used in each model, depending on rear tire size and tractor performance requirements, to ensure excellent performance and reliability:

• Tuff Torq TLT200 - X107 and X127
• Tuff Torq K46 - X167, X117R, X147R, and X167R

Comfortable operator station

Comfortable operator station

The operator station is designed for operator comfort and easy operation:

• Controls are positioned where they are easy to reach and use to control the tractor.
• The steering wheel is positioned and angled to give the operator plenty of room and steering comfort.
• The seat is tilted back at the optimum angle to provide the most comfortable operator position.

Steering wheel and dash

Wide footrest with debris channels

Controls are easy to see and use:

• Large, three-spoke steering wheel provides greater operator comfort and control.
• Ignition switch is on the dash for starting ease.

Wide footrest areas with non-slip, anti-vibration foot mats are provided for operator comfort and safety:

• Optimum operator comfort
• Debris removing channels help keep the footrest area clean and dry

Comfortable, open-back seat

Easily adjusted seat

Operator comfort is enhanced with a 38-cm (15-in.) high-back, two-piece seat with an open back for good support:

• Especially helpful when operating the tractor for extended periods of time
• Easily adjusted forward or rearward while in the seat
• Seat travel of 14 cm (5.5 in.) and 10 different positions to adjust for operator height

Seat raised for storage and fuel-fill access

The seat can be tilted forward for protection from the weather and to provide easy access to the fuel tank. Seat springs give a smoother ride.

Beverage holder and storage with cover

Storage compartment with cover

A beverage holder and storage compartment are found on the right fender for added value and operator convenience.

Steering wheel and controls

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

The contoured dash is functional and attractive:

• The hour meter makes it easy to tell when oil changes and other maintenance should be performed.
• Controls are color coded and labeled for easy identification by the operator.
• Controls are logically placed and easy to reach.
• The functional design of the controls provides a good appearance and comfortable feel.

EASY-READ FUEL GAUGE SHOWS FUEL LEVEL ON THE DASHBOARD

Convenient fuel-filler opening

Easy-read fuel gauge showing full tank

The easy-read fuel gauge shows how much fuel is in the tank and can be seen on the dashboard:

• Easy to check fuel level
• Convenient location
• Visible in cloudy or dusk conditions (is not backlit)
• Will not slosh from bumps
• The hour meter is also visible on the fuel gauge display

MOWER DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

Mower deck height adjustment lever

A spring-assisted, low-effort lift lever simplifies setting and adjusting the mower cut height:

• Increments of 0.64-cm (0.25-in.) allow the operator to fine-tune the cut height
• The mower lift handle is shaped and located for easy use

TRANSMISSION CONTROL

Side-by-side hydrostatic transmission control pedals

Two side-by-side pedals control the speed and direction of travel:

• Automotive-type accelerator control ensures easy operation.
• The operator can change direction without lifting foot off the platform.
• Large pedal surface gives superior operator comfort.

CRUISE CONTROL

Cruise control lever

Cruise control maintains the tractor's speed for mowing larger areas.

• To engage, lift up on the cruise lever and hold until the foot is removed from the forward pedal.
• The cruise control can be released by pushing on the brake pedal or the forward pedal.

MANUAL POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO) CONTROL LEVER

Deck-engagement lever

The mower deck is engaged with the yellow lever on the dashboard. Its placement on the right side leaves the left, entry side of the tractor unobstructed.

PARKING BRAKE CONTROL

Parking brake lever

Brake pedal

The parking brake control is conveniently located for easy access. It holds the brake pedal securely in the locked position.

One-piece hood is easy to open

Service interval decal located under hood

The one-piece hood opens easily to permit checking and servicing the engine:

• Important service points are located within easy reach.
• A service-interval decal is provided inside the tractor hood for convenience when servicing the tractor.

Easy-to-service engine fuel and oil filters

Seat tilted up for easy access to fuel-fill opening

The engine fuel and oil filters, the oil check/fill tube, and the oil drain tube are exposed for serviceability when the hood is opened.

The seat tilts up to protect it from the weather and for adding fuel.

RIO switch

Mowing while backing up is strongly discouraged.

The operator who deems it necessary to keep the mower (or other implement) engaged while backing up should first bring the tractor to a stop and look behind the tractor to be sure there are no bystanders. Then actuate (push in) the RIO button. The RIO button must be held down in the reverse implement position as the shift lever is moved into reverse (reverse foot pedal is depressed on models with a hydrostatic transmission).

The operator may then release the button and the mower will continue to operate while backing up and when resuming forward operation. This procedure must be repeated the next time the operator chooses to keep the mower engaged while backing up. If the mower power take-off (PTO) is engaged and the operator shifts into reverse or depresses the reverse pedal prior to pressing the RIO button, ignition to the engine will be shut off. The engine will stop unless the operator either pushes on the RIO switch or shifts out of reverse.

If the engine does stop, the operator must return the mower engagement (PTO) switch or lever to the off position, depress the brake pedal, and then turn the ignition switch to restart the engine.

Rear CargO Mount system

Rear CargO Mount system

The rear CargO Mount system provides convenient and easy installation of the rear bagger.

107-cm (42-in.) Mower Deck (shielding removed to show mower drive)

The Edge cutting system has been trademarked to emphasize the advantages of the John Deere mower deck designs. They give the mower superior convenience, performance, and reliability.

The 107-cm (42-in.) Edge Mower Deck is a two-spindle design with heavy-duty characteristics:

• The 13-gauge, 0.090-in. (2.3-mm) steel deck will provide years of dependable mowing.
• Included three-in-one blades work well for side-discharge, mulching, or bagging.
• The blade-to-spindle design provides a unique mounting system for the mower blade that provides extra safety and convenience.
• No tools are required to switch from mulching to side discharge to rear bagging.
• A mulching cover is standard equipment on X127 (an optional attachment for X107) that can be installed without tools to allow mulching with the standard mower blades.
• High-performance mulching blades are available to enhance mulching performance.
• An optional high-performance mulching attachment includes a mulch plug and special mulching blades for excellent performance.

MOWER WASH PORT

Mower wash port

A wash port is provided to make cleaning the underside of the mower deck easy:

• A hose connector can be purchased locally for connecting to the wash port.

STARLOCK™ BLADE DESIGN

StarLock blade design

The StarLock blade design keeps the blade bolt at the correct torque for easy removal.

Optional blades are available for difficult mulching or bagging conditions.

OPTIONAL BAGGER

230-L (6.5-bu) bagger

230-L (6.5-bu) bagger and chute

230-L (6.5-bu) hopper and chute

A cut-and-throw, 230-L (6.5-bu) bagger is sold separately.

The bagger kit can be set up without tools in minutes, provides efficient bagging performance, and has easy-to-empty bags.

Special bagging blades are not required but are available for enhanced performance.