Specifications
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| Model information | |
| Production years | 1989 - 1997 |
| Equipment type | Lawn tractor |
| Production | |
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Equipment type | Lawn tractor |
| Built in | Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA |
| Original price | Original price was $2,350 in 1993 |
| Notes | Two basic versions of the STX38 were the original "yellow-deck" from 1989 to 1993, and the later "black-deck" from 1994 to 1997. The STX38 yellow-deck model was available with more features than the later black-deck version. A kit (AM107293) was optional to add headlights. |
| Variants | |
| STX38 Yellow-deck | 1988-1993 |
| STX38 Black-deck | 1994-1997 |
| John Deere STX38 Engine | |
| Engine | 12.5HP Kohler 398cc 1-cyl gasoline |
| Fuel tank | 1.25 gal 4.7 L |
| Details | Engine details ... |
| John Deere STX38 Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed gear |
| Details | Transmission details ... |
| Mechanical | |
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
| Steering | manual sector-and-pinion |
| Brakes | Integral mechanical disc brakes |
| Cab / ROPS | Open operator station with foam-padded seat. |
| Power Take-off (PTO) | |
| Rear PTO | electric |
| Dimensions & Tires | |
| Wheelbase | 44.69 inches 113 cm |
| Weight | 433 lbs 196 kg |
| Front tire | 13x6.5-6 |
| Rear tire | 18x8.5-8 |
| Details | Full dimensions and tires ... |
| John Deere STX38 attachments | |
| Attachment | 38" mid-mount mower deck snowblower |
| Details | Attachment details ... |
| STX38 Serial Number Location | |
| Location | Serial number decal on the lower-rear of the the John Deere STX38, near the drawbar. |
| STX38 Serial Numbers | |
| 1989 | 595001 (yellow deck) |
| 1990 | 010001 (yellow deck) |
| 1991 | 100001 (yellow deck) |
| 1992 | 135001 (yellow deck) |
| 1993 | 160001 (yellow deck) |
| 1994 | 210001 (black deck) |
| 1995 | 240001 (black deck) |
| 1996 | 270001 (black deck) |
| 1997 | 290001 (black deck) |
| 1996 | 270001 (Motorsport) |
| 1997 | 290001 (Motorsport) |
| Details | FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
| Electrical | |
| Ground | negative |
| Charging system | flywheel alternator |
| Charging amps | 15 |
| Battery CCA | 200 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| References | |
| Publication | Riding Mowers Product Information Handbook published in 1991, by John Deere Walk-Behind - Riders - STX Lawn Tractors published in 1995, by John Deere Lawn & Garden Equipment published in 1990, by John Deere Grounds Care & Recreation Products Sales Manual published in 1989, by John Deere Suburban Tractors published in 1989, by John Deere Operator's Manual STX30 and STX38 Lawn Tractors (OMM79672) published in 1989 |
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