
200 Series Lawn Tractors
S240 Lawn Tractor with 42-in. Deck
- 21.5 HP* V-Twin Engine
- 42-in. (107-cm) Accel Deep™ Deck, compatible with optional MulchControl™ kit
- Comfortable 15-in (38-cm) open back seat
- Side-by-side forward and reverse pedals
- K46 heavy-duty hydrostatic transmission
- Easy read fuel gauge
- 3-year/200-hour bumper-to-bumper warranty
Dealer Inventory:
- Greeley, CO (1 available) - 970-356-3666
- Longmont, CO (1 available) - 970-535-4474
- Lamar, CO (1 available) - 719-336-7751
- Pueblo West, CO (2 available) - 719-664-0509
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Key Specs
Engine power | 21.5 hp 16 kW |
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Oil change | No-tools oil drain with replaceable filter | |||
Engine manufacturer/model | FR651V | |||
Transaxle type | K46 heavy-duty hydrostatic, two-wheel drive | |||
Transaxle control | Side-by-side pedals | |||
Rear tires | 20x10-8 | |||
Lift system type | Spring-assisted hand-grip lever | |||
Cutting width | Accel Deep™ mower deck, 42 in. 107 in. |
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U.S. warranty | 3-year/200-hour bumper-to-bumper* (*Term limited to years or hours used, whichever comes first, and varies by model. See the LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW JOHN DEERE TURF AND UTILITY EQUIPMENT at JohnDeere.com or JohnDeere.ca/TUWarranty for details.) |
Engine
Power | 21.5 hp 16 kW |
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Displacement | 44.3 cu in. 726 cc |
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Manufacturer/model | FR651V | |||
Type | Overhead valve, full-pressure lube, oil filter | |||
Cylinders | V-twin, cast-iron liners | |||
Governor | Mechanical | |||
Choke/speed control | Separate levers, automatic choke return | |||
Cooling method | Air | |||
Air cleaner | Dry, replaceable | |||
Oil change | No-tools oil drain with replaceable filter |
Fuel system
Type | Gasoline | |||
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Fuel delivery | Pulse pump and carburetor | |||
Fuel gauge | Easy-read on dash | |||
Fuel tank location | Rear | |||
Fuel fill opening | Center, 1.75 in. 4.45 cm |
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Fuel tank capacity | 2.4 U.S. gal. 9.1 L |
Electrical system
Battery | 12 V 300 CCA |
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Charging system | Flywheel alternator, regulated, 12 amp | |||
Engine starter | Bendix type | |||
Hourmeter | Yes | |||
Headlights | Two standard, incandescent | |||
Taillights or reflector | Reflectors | |||
Backup lights | No | |||
Rear work lights | No | |||
12-V outlet | No |
Transaxle
Type | K46 heavy-duty hydrostatic, two-wheel drive | |||
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Control | Side-by-side pedals | |||
Cruise control | Standard | |||
Oil cooler | Fins and fan on transaxle | |||
Oil filter | Internal, not replaceable | |||
Differential lock | No | |||
Forward speed | 0-5.5 mph 0-8.9 km/h |
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Reverse speed | 0-3.2 mph 0-5.2 km/h |
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Brakes | Internal wet disk |
Chassis
Frame | Full-length welded steel | |||
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Primer/paint | E-coat/powder | |||
Weight bracket | Optional rear | |||
Receiver hitch | No | |||
Front axle | Cast iron front axle, front wheel sealed ball bearings | |||
Spindle bushings | No | |||
Front tires | 15x6-6 | |||
Rear tires | 20x10-8 | |||
Hood material | Molded-in color material reduces sound, will not rust or dent | |||
Fender deck material | Stamped steel | |||
Floor mats | Yes, with debris removing channels | |||
Storage | Storage tray with cover | |||
Service interval decal | Yes | |||
Fender handles/grips | Handgrips | |||
Cup holder | Yes | |||
Equipment mounting | CargO Mount™ system | |||
Maximum towing capacity |
Steering
Type | Sector and pinion with single drag link and tie rod | |||
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Four-wheel steer | Not available on this model | |||
Steering wheel | Deluxe, diameter - 14 in. 35.6 cm |
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Tilt steering wheel | No | |||
Turning radius | 18 in. 45.7 cm |
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Uncut circle radius | With 42A: 24 in. 61 cm |
Seat
Type | Open-back design with grasp | |||
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Seat back height | 15 in. 38.1 cm |
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Armrests | No | |||
Fore-aft adjustment | While seated, 5.5 in. 14 cm |
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Seat suspension | Tilt, two rubber isolators |
Lift system
Type | Spring-assisted hand-grip lever | |||
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Hydraulic outlets | No | |||
Mower cut height | 13 positions, 1-4 in. 2.5-10.2 cm |
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Cut height increments | 0.25 in. 0.64 cm |
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Preset cut height | No |
Mower deck
Type | Side discharge | |||
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Cutting width | Accel Deep mower deck, 42 in. 107 cm |
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Construction | Stamped steel deck shell | |||
Mower deck material | Steel, 13 gauge 0.09 in. 2.3 mm |
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Mower wash port | Yes, with hose end | |||
Mower drive system | Electric power take-off (PTO) clutch | |||
Mower wheels | Two | |||
Mower wheel adjustment | One bolt | |||
Mower level adjustment | Easy-level deck |
Mower attachability
Type | Slide under tractor | |||
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Front draft arms | One spring clip | |||
Rear draft arms | Two spring clips | |||
Mower wheels rotate | No | |||
Drive system | Single V-belt |
Safety
Meets ANSI standard | Yes | |||
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Meets OPEI standard | Yes | |||
Backup protection | Reverse Implement Option (RIO) | |||
Safety video | Yes |
Buyer's notes
Notes | Molded-in color material reduces sound, will not rust or dent Durable primer and powder paint finish Large, 14-in. (36-cm) steering wheel for more comfortable operation |
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Warranty | 3-year/200-hour bumper-to-bumper* (*Term limited to years or hours used, whichever comes first, and varies by model. See the LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW JOHN DEERE TURF AND UTILITY EQUIPMENT at JohnDeere.com or JohnDeere.ca/TUWarranty for details.) |
Optional equipment
Mowers | ||||
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Rear bagger | 2-bag, 6.5 bu 229 L |
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Powered material collection | ||||
Mulching system | Yes, MulchControl™ | |||
Front thatcher | ||||
Front blade | 46 in. 116.8 cm |
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Mid-mount blade | ||||
Snow blower | Two-stage, 44 in. 111.8 cm |
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Rotary broom | ||||
Rotary tiller | ||||
Sleeve hitch | ||||
3-point hitch | ||||
Rear power take-off (PTO) | ||||
Plow, moldboard | ||||
Box scraper | ||||
Cultivator | ||||
Rear blade | ||||
Disk harrow | ||||
Landscape rake | ||||
Sprayer | Tow-behind only, 15 U.S. gal. 56.8 L Tow-behind only, 25 U.S. gal. 94.6 L |
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Spreader | Tow-behind only, 125 lb 57.7 kg Tow-behind only, 175 lb 79.4 kg |
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Front bumper | Included | |||
Brush guard | ||||
Weather protection | Weather enclosure | |||
Sun canopy | Sun canopy | |||
Rear receiver hitch | ||||
Bucket holder | Yes, single bucket | |||
Grass striping | Lawn striping kit | |||
Tractor shovel | ||||
Front loader | ||||
Other equipment | ||||
Tow-behind tools | 16 |
Dimensions
Height | 45 in. 114 cm |
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Overall length | 75.1 in. 191 cm |
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Wheelbase | 48.9 in. 124.2 cm |
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Width with mower | 50 in. 127 cm |
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Width with mower (deflector raised for storage) | 49 in. 124 cm |
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Width without mower | ||||
Weight | 486 lb 220 kg |
Additional information
Manufacturing location | Greeneville, Tennessee, USA | |||
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Date collected | 15-Jan-2021 |
Financing
Learn more about financing options for this piece of equipment including:
- John Deere Revolving Plan account
- John Deere Multi-Use account
- Installment financing options
- Equipment leasing
- 10 Year Platinum Warranty Package
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