S240
Lawn Tractor with 48-in. Deck
S240
Lawn Tractor with 48-in. Deck
Description
Find the latest features and pricing on the John Deere S240 Lawn Tractor with 48-in. Deck.
Main Features
- 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
- K46 heavy-duty hydrostatic transmission
- Easy read fuel gauge
Specifications
Key Specs
Engine power |
21.5 hp 16.0 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.) |
Engine
Power |
21.5 hp 16.0 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 |
Fuel system
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 |
Electrical system
Battery |
12 V 300 CCA |
Charging system |
Flywheel alternator, regulated, 12 amp |
Engine starter |
Bendix type |
Hour meter |
Yes |
Headlights |
Two standard, incandescent |
Taillights or reflector |
Reflectors |
Backup lights |
No |
Rear work lights |
No |
12-V outlet |
No |
Transaxle
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 mph 0-8.9 km/h |
Reverse speed |
0-3.2 mph 0-5.2 km/h |
Brakes |
Internal wet disk |
Chassis
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 lb 227 kg |
Steering
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 |
Seat
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 |
Lift system
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 |
Mower deck
Type |
Side discharge |
Cutting width |
Accel Deep mower deck, 48 in. 122 cm |
Construction |
Forged steel deck shell |
Mower deck material |
Steel, 10 gauge 0.135 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 |
Mower attachability
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 |
Safety
Meets ANSI standard |
Yes |
Meets OPEI standard |
Yes |
Backup protection |
Reverse Implement Option (RIO) |
Safety video |
Yes |
Buyer's notes
Notes |
Molded-in color material reduces sound, will not rust or dent Durable primer and powder paint finish Large, 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.) |
Optional equipment
Rear bagger |
2-bag, 6.5 bu 229 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 L Tow-behind only, 25 U.S. gal. 94.6 L |
Spreader |
Tow-behind only, 125 lb 57.7 kg Tow-behind only, 175 lb 79.4 kg |
Front bumper |
Included |
Weather protection |
Weather enclosure |
Sun canopy |
Sun canopy |
Bucket holder |
Yes, single bucket |
Tow-behind tools |
16 |
Dimensions
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 lb 237 kg |
Additional information
Manufacturing location |
Greeneville, Tennessee, USA |
Date collected |
3-Oct-22 |
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