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 | |
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Engine power | 21.5 hp16 kW |
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, 48 in.122 cm |
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.) |
Power | 21.5 hp16 kW |
Displacement | 44.3 cu in.726 cc |
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 |
Type | Gasoline |
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 |
Fuel tank capacity | 2.4 U.S. gal.9.1 L |
Battery | 12 V300 CCA |
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 |
Type | K46 heavy-duty hydrostatic, two-wheel drive |
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 mph0-8.9 km/h |
Reverse speed | 0-3.2 mph0-5.2 km/h |
Brakes | Internal wet disk |
Frame | Full-length welded steel |
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 | 500 lb227 kg |
Type | Sector and pinion with single drag link and tie rod |
Four-wheel steer | Not available on this model |
Steering wheel | Deluxe, diameter - 14 in.35.6 cm |
Tilt steering wheel | No |
Turning radius | 18 in.45.7 cm |
Uncut circle radius | With 48A: 18.5 in.47 cm |
Type | Open-back design with grasp |
Seat back height | 15 in.38.1 cm |
Armrests | No |
Fore-aft adjustment | While seated, 5.5 in.14 cm |
Seat suspension | Tilt, two rubber isolators |
Type | Spring-assisted hand-grip lever |
Hydraulic outlets | No |
Mower cut height | 13 positions, 1-4 in.2.5-10.2 cm |
Cut height increments | 0.25 in.0.64 cm |
Preset cut height | No |
Type | Side discharge |
Cutting width | Accel Deep mower deck, 48 in.122 cm |
Construction | Stamped steel deck shell |
Mower deck material | Steel, 10 gauge0.135 in.3.4 mm |
Mower wash port | Yes, with hose end |
Mower drive system | Electric power take-off (PTO) clutch |
Mower wheels | Four |
Mower wheel adjustment | One bolt |
Mower level adjustment | Easy-level deck |
Type | Slide under tractor |
Front draft arms | One spring clip |
Rear draft arms | Two spring clips |
Mower wheels rotate | No |
Drive system | Single V-belt |
Meets ANSI standard | Yes |
Meets OPEI standard | Yes |
Backup protection | Reverse Implement Option (RIO) |
Safety video | Yes |
Notes | Molded-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 |
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.) |
Rear bagger | 2-bag, 6.5 bu229 L |
Powered material collection | Power Flow™ system |
Mulching system | Yes, MulchControl™ |
Front blade | 46 in.116.8 cm |
Snow blower | Two-stage, 44 in.111.8 cm |
Sprayer | Tow-behind only, 15 U.S. gal.56.8 LTow-behind only, 25 U.S. gal.94.6 L |
Spreader | Tow-behind only, 125 lb57.7 kgTow-behind only, 175 lb79.4 kg |
Front bumper | Included |
Weather protection | Weather enclosure |
Sun canopy | Sun canopy |
Bucket holder | Yes, single bucket |
Tow-behind tools | 16 |
Height | 45 in.1143 mm |
Overall length | 75.1 in.1908 mm |
Wheelbase | 48.9 in.1242 mm |
Width with mower | 63 in.1600 mm |
Width with mower (deflector raised for storage) | 54 in.1372 mm |
Width without mower | 39.4 in.1000 mm |
Weight | 522 lb237 kg |
Manufacturing location | Greeneville, Tennessee, USA |
Date collected | 1-Dec-21 |