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S240 Lawn Tractor with 48-in. Deck

S240 Lawn Tractor with 48-in. Deck

Make:
John Deere
Model:
S240 Lawn Tractor with 48-in. Deck
  • 21.5 HP* V-Twin Engine
  • 48-in. (122-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
Specifications
Engine power21.5 hp16 kW
Oil changeNo-tools oil drain with replaceable filter
Engine manufacturer/modelFR651V
Transaxle typeK46 heavy-duty hydrostatic, two-wheel drive
Transaxle controlSide-by-side pedals
Rear tires20x10-8
Lift system typeSpring-assisted hand-grip lever
Cutting widthAccel Deep™ mower deck, 48 in.122 cm
U.S. warranty3-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.)
Power21.5 hp16 kW
Displacement44.3 cu in.726 cc
Manufacturer/modelFR651V
TypeOverhead valve, full-pressure lube, oil filter
CylindersV-twin, cast-iron liners
GovernorMechanical
Choke/speed controlSeparate levers, automatic choke return
Cooling methodAir
Air cleanerDry, replaceable
Oil changeNo-tools oil drain with replaceable filter
TypeGasoline
Fuel deliveryPulse pump and carburetor
Fuel gaugeEasy-read on dash
Fuel tank locationRear
Fuel fill openingCenter, 1.75 in.4.45 cm
Fuel tank capacity2.4 U.S. gal.9.1 L
Battery12 V300 CCA
Charging systemFlywheel alternator, regulated, 12 amp
Engine starterBendix type
HourmeterYes
HeadlightsTwo standard, incandescent
Taillights or reflectorReflectors
Backup lightsNo
Rear work lightsNo
12-V outletNo
TypeK46 heavy-duty hydrostatic, two-wheel drive
ControlSide-by-side pedals
Cruise controlStandard
Oil coolerFins and fan on transaxle
Oil filterInternal, not replaceable
Differential lockNo
Forward speed0-5.5 mph0-8.9 km/h
Reverse speed0-3.2 mph0-5.2 km/h
BrakesInternal wet disk
FrameFull-length welded steel
Primer/paintE-coat/powder
Weight bracketOptional rear
Receiver hitchNo
Front axleCast iron front axle, front wheel sealed ball bearings
Spindle bushingsNo
Front tires15x6-6
Rear tires20x10-8
Hood materialMolded-in color material reduces sound, will not rust or dent
Fender deck materialStamped steel
Floor matsYes, with debris removing channels
StorageStorage tray with cover
Service interval decalYes
Fender handles/gripsHandgrips
Cup holderYes
Equipment mountingCargO Mount™ system
Maximum towing capacity500 lb227 kg
TypeSector and pinion with single drag link and tie rod
Four-wheel steerNot available on this model
Steering wheelDeluxe, diameter - 14 in.35.6 cm
Tilt steering wheelNo
Turning radius18 in.45.7 cm
Uncut circle radiusWith 48A: 18.5 in.47 cm
TypeOpen-back design with grasp
Seat back height15 in.38.1 cm
ArmrestsNo
Fore-aft adjustmentWhile seated, 5.5 in.14 cm
Seat suspensionTilt, two rubber isolators
TypeSpring-assisted hand-grip lever
Hydraulic outletsNo
Mower cut height13 positions, 1-4 in.2.5-10.2 cm
Cut height increments0.25 in.0.64 cm
Preset cut heightNo
TypeSide discharge
Cutting widthAccel Deep mower deck, 48 in.122 cm
ConstructionStamped steel deck shell
Mower deck materialSteel, 10 gauge0.135 in.3.4 mm
Mower wash portYes, with hose end
Mower drive systemElectric power take-off (PTO) clutch
Mower wheelsFour
Mower wheel adjustmentOne bolt
Mower level adjustmentEasy-level deck
TypeSlide under tractor
Front draft armsOne spring clip
Rear draft armsTwo spring clips
Mower wheels rotateNo
Drive systemSingle V-belt
Meets ANSI standardYes
Meets OPEI standardYes
Backup protectionReverse Implement Option (RIO)
Safety videoYes
NotesMolded-in color material reduces sound, will not rust or dentDurable primer and powder paint finishLarge, 14-in. (36-cm) steering wheel for more comfortable operation
Warranty3-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.)
Rear bagger2-bag, 6.5 bu229 L
Powered material collectionPower Flow™ system
Mulching systemYes, MulchControl™
Front blade46 in.116.8 cm
Snow blowerTwo-stage, 44 in.111.8 cm
SprayerTow-behind only, 15 U.S. gal.56.8 LTow-behind only, 25 U.S. gal.94.6 L
SpreaderTow-behind only, 125 lb57.7 kgTow-behind only, 175 lb79.4 kg
Front bumperIncluded
Weather protectionWeather enclosure
Sun canopySun canopy
Bucket holderYes, single bucket
Tow-behind tools16
Height45 in.1143 mm
Overall length75.1 in.1908 mm
Wheelbase48.9 in.1242 mm
Width with mower63 in.1600 mm
Width with mower (deflector raised for storage)54 in.1372 mm
Width without mower39.4 in.1000 mm
Weight522 lb237 kg
Manufacturing locationGreeneville, Tennessee, USA
Date collected1-Dec-21

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