Lawn tractors John Deere

John Deere 180

1986 – 1990

John Deere 180
John Deere 180

Specifications

Model information
Production years1986 - 1990
SeriesLate 100 Lawn Series
Equipment typeLawn tractor
Production
ManufacturerJohn Deere
Equipment typeLawn tractor
Built inBuilt in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA
NotesThe model 180 John Deere lawn tractor was available with choice of 38 or 46-inch rear deck. A 6.5-bushel rear bagger (BM16790) was optional. When the bagger was used on hills, front wheel weights were recommended. Dual 40-pound rear weight plates plus rear tire chains were available for use with the optional 38-inch single-stage snowblower. The tractor was available with hydrostatic transmission as the model 185.
Variants
180gear drive
185hydro drive
John Deere 180 Engine
Engine17HP Kawasaki 534cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank2.2 gal
8.3 L
Details Engine details ...
Mechanical
DriveTwo-wheel drive
SteeringManual steering
BrakesIntegral transmission disc brakes
Cab / ROPSOpen operator station.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTOindependent
Clutchelectric
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase44.7 inches
113 cm
Weight565 to 600 pounds
Front tire15x6.00-6
Rear tire18x8.50-8
Details Full dimensions and tires ...
John Deere 180 attachments
Attachment
38" mid-mount mower deck
46" mid-mount mower deck
snowblower
blade
Details Attachment details ...
180 Serial Number Location
LocationSerial number decal on the left side of the 180 tractor frame, above the front axle.
180 Serial Numbers
1986M00180A360001 (38-inch deck)
1987M00180A420001 (38-inch deck)
1988M00180A475001 (38-inch deck)
1989M00180A595001 (38-inch deck)
1989-endM00180A750000 (38-inch deck)
1990M00180A010001 (38-inch deck)
FinalM00180A100000 (38-inch deck)
1986M00180B366001 (46-inch deck)
1987M00180B430001 (46-inch deck)
1988M00180B475001 (46-inch deck)
1989M00180B605001 (46-inch deck)
1989-endM00180B750000 (46-inch deck)
1990M00180B020001 (46-inch deck)
FinalM00180B100000 (46-inch deck)
Details
FAQ: How to read a serial number table.
Electrical
Groundnegative
Charging systemflywheel alternator
Charging amps15
Battery CCA255
Battery volts12
References
Publication
John Deere Lawn Tractors 100 Series published in 1989
John Deere Lawn Tractors and Riding Mowers published in 1986
Lawn Tractors published in 1987, by John Deere
Lawn & Garden Equipment published in 1990, by John Deere
Grounds Care & Recreation Products Sales Manual published in 1989, by John Deere
Operator's Manual 170, 175, 180 and 185 (OMM78999) published in 1988
Operator's Manual 130, 160, 165, 180, and 185 (OMM89684) published in 1985
Technical Manual 130, 160, 165, 175, 180, and 185 Lawn Tractors. (TM1351) published in 1988

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