Lawn tractors Sabre

Sabre 1538HS

1996 – 1997

Sabre 1538HS
Sabre 1538HS

Specifications

Model information
Production years1996 - 1997
Equipment typeLawn tractor
Production
ManufacturerSabre (a part of John Deere)
Equipment typeLawn tractor
Built inBuilt in Greeneville, Tennessee, USA
Sabre 1538HS Engine
Engine15HP Briggs & Stratton 465cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank1.25 gal
4.7 L
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Sabre 1538HS Transmission
Transmissionhydrostatic
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Mechanical
DriveTwo-wheel drive
SteeringManual steering
BrakesDisc brakes
Cab / ROPSOpen operator station.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTOindependent
Clutchmanual
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase44.7 inches
113 cm
Weight391 lbs
177 kg
Front tire15x6.00-6
Rear tire20x8.00-8
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Sabre 1538HS attachments
Attachment
38" mid-mount mower deck
snowblower
blade
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1538HS Serial Numbers
Location:Serial number decal on the rear fender deck, under the tractor's seat.
1996GXSABRB010001
1997GXSABRG010001
Details
FAQ: How to read a serial number table.
Electrical
Groundnegative
Charging systemunregulated
Charging amps3
Battery CCA230
Battery volts12
Battery GroupU1
References
Publication
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 1998, by John Deere
Lawn & Grounds Care Sales Manual published in 1997, by John Deere*
Commercial & Consumer Equipment Sales Manual published in 1999, by John Deere
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1999, by John Deere
Operator's Manual Sabre Lawn Tractors (OMGX10130) published in 1996
Sabre Lawn Tractors - Yard Tractors - Garden Tractors published in 1999, by John Deere
Publication caveat *Publication contains known errors.

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Model family

Series map

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  • 1438HS
    14.5 hp
  • 1538HS Current model
    15.0 hp
  • 1542HS
    15.5 hp