| Engine power | 24 hp 17.9 kW |
| Engine manufacturer/model | 3TNM74F |
| Transaxle type | K90 hydrostatic integrated with transaxle |
| Transaxle control | Twin Touch™ pedals |
| Rear tires | 26x12-12 turf |
| Lift system type | Two-function hydraulic |
| Cutting width | Accel Deep™ mower deck, 48 in. 122 cm High capacity mower deck, 54, 60 in. 137, 152 cm |
| U.S. warranty | 4 year/700 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 | 24 hp 17.9 kW |
| Displacement | 60.6 cu in. 993 cc |
| Manufacturer/model | 3TNM74F |
| Type | Diesel, overhead valve, full-pressure lube, oil filter |
| Cylinders | Three, cast-iron liners |
| Governor | Mechanical |
| Choke/speed control | One lever |
| Cooling method | Liquid |
| Air cleaner | Paper dry-type with primary and secondary elements |
| Oil change | No tools |
| Type | Diesel |
| Fuel delivery | In-line indirect injection |
| Fuel gauge | Gauge on dash |
| Fuel tank location | Rear |
| Fuel fill opening | On left fender, 3 in. 7.6 cm |
| Fuel tank capacity | 5.2 U.S. gal. 19.7 L |
| Battery | 12 V 500 CCA |
| Charging system | Engine-mounted alternator, regulated, 40 amp |
| Engine starter | Solenoid shift |
| Hour meter | Yes |
| Headlights | Two standard, halogen, 37 W |
| Taillights or reflector | Taillights |
| Backup lights | Yes |
| Rear work lights | Yes |
| 12-V outlet | Yes |
| Type | K90 hydrostatic integrated with transaxle |
| Control | Twin Touch™ pedals |
| Cruise control | Yes |
| Oil cooler | Yes |
| Oil filter | Replaceable suction side 10 micron |
| Differential lock | Standard |
| Forward speed | 0-8.5 mph 0-13.7 km/h |
| Reverse speed | 0-6 mph 0-9.7 km/h |
| Brakes | Internal wet disc |
| Frame | Welded heavy-duty |
| Primer/paint | E-coat/powder |
| Weight bracket | Standard front - holds up to four Quik-Tatch weights, 42 lb 19 kg |
| Receiver hitch | Yes, front |
| Front axle | JDM BA8 nodular iron casting |
| Spindle bushings | Metal, replaceable |
| Front tires | 18x8.5-8 turf |
| Rear tires | 26x12-12 turf |
| Hood material | Noryl GTX902, painted |
| Fender deck material | Stamped steel |
| Floor mats | Sure-grip rubber |
| Storage | Covered toolbox |
| Service interval decal | Yes |
| Fender handles/grips | Handles |
| Cup holder | Yes |
| Equipment mounting | Optional category 1 3-point hitch |
| Maximum towing capacity | 1,000 lb 454 kg |
| Type | Hydraulic power |
| Four-wheel steer | Not available on this model |
| Steering wheel | 14 in. 35.6 cm |
| Tilt steering wheel | Standard, six position |
| Turning radius | 25 in. 63.5 cm |
| Uncut circle radius | 54 HC, 32 in. 81.3 cm 60 HC, 28 in. 71.1 cm |
| Type | Two-piece adjustable seat with brand embroidery |
| Seat back height | 21 in. 53.3 cm |
| Armrests | Optional |
| Fore-aft adjustment | While seated, slide rail, 14-position, 7 in. 17.8 cm |
| Seat suspension | Six-position parallel arm |
| Type | Two-function hydraulic |
| Hydraulic outlets | Four, standard |
| Mower cut height | 1-5.25 in. 2.5-13.3 cm |
| Cut height increments | 0.25 in. 0.64 cm |
| Preset cut height | Yes |
| Type | Side discharge |
| Cutting width | Accel Deep™ mower deck, 48 in. 122 cm High capacity mower deck, 54, 60 in. 137, 152 cm |
| Construction | Forged steel deck shell |
| Mower deck material | 48A, 10 gauge 0.135 in. 3.4 mm 54 HC and 60 HC, 9 gauge 0.150 in. 3.8 mm |
| Mower wash port | Yes |
| Mower drive system | Hydraulic clutch, shaft |
| Mower wheels | 48A, four and center front roller 54 and 60 HC, four with optional center front roller |
| Mower wheel adjustment | Spring-loaded pin |
| Mower level adjustment | Exact Adjust ports and onboard deck-leveling gauge |
| Type | Roll under tractor (48A) Drive-over deck (54, 60 HC) |
| Front draft arms | Overcenter |
| Rear draft arms | V-align |
| Mower wheels rotate | Yes, 90 degrees for easy mower removal (48A), N/A (54 HC, 60 HC) |
| Drive system | Shaft or AutoConnect |
| Meets ANSI standard | Yes |
| Meets OPEI standard | Yes |
| Backup protection | Reverse Implement Option (RIO) |
| Safety video | Yes |
| Notes | Styled alloy wheels are standard equipment One-piece hood for easy engine access Hydraulic modulated PTO clutch for smooth mower and implement engagement |
| Warranty | 4 year/700 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.) |
| Mowers | 48A, 54 HC, 60 HC |
| Rear bagger | 7, 14, 19 bu 250, 500, 670 L |
| Powered material collection | Power Flow, 7, 14, 19 bu 250, 500, 670 L |
| Mulching system | Yes, MulchControl™ |
| Front thatcher | 38, 46, 54 in. 96.5, 116.8, 137.2 cm |
| Front blade | 54 in. 137.2 cm |
| Snow blower | Two-stage, 47, 54 in. 119.4, 137.2 cm |
| Rotary broom | 52, 60 in. 132.1, 152.4 cm |
| Rotary tiller | 42, 48 in. 106.7, 121.9 cm |
| 3-point hitch | Category 1 |
| Rear power take-off (PTO) | 540 rpm |
| Plow, moldboard | Adjustable, 8-14 in. 20.3-35.6 cm |
| Box scraper | 48 in. 121.9 cm |
| Cultivator | Adjustable, 30-46 in. 76.2-116.8 cm |
| Rear blade | 60 in. 152.4 cm |
| Disk harrow | Adjustable, 42-52 in. 106.7-132.1 cm |
| Landscape rake | 60 in. 152.4 cm |
| Sprayer | Tow-behind, 15, 25, 45 U.S. gal. 56.8, 94.6, 170.3 L Mounted, 25 U.S. gal. 94.6 L |
| Spreader | Tow-behind, 125, 175 lb 57.7, 79.4 kg Mounted, 125 lb 57.7 kg |
| Front bumper | Standard bumper/weight bracket |
| Brush guard | Yes |
| Weather protection | Hard-side cab, weather enclosure |
| Rear receiver hitch | 1.25 x 1.25 in. 3.18 x 3.18 cm |
| Bucket holder | Yes, double bucket |
| Grass striping | Grass groomer kit, 48-in. (122-cm) mower only |
| Tractor shovel | 54 in. 137.2 cm |
| Front loader | Not available |
| Tow-behind tools | 21 |
| Height | 54.5 in. 1384 mm |
| Overall length | 75 in. 1905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 54.5 in. 1384 mm |
| Width with mower | 48A: 62.5 in. 1588 mm 54 HC: 64.5 in. 1638 mm 60 HC: 74 in. 1880 mm |
| Width with mower (deflector raised for storage) | 48A: 53.6 in. 1362 mm 54 HC: 57.5 in. 1461 mm 60 HC: 62 in. 1575 mm |
| Width without mower | 47 in. 1195 mm |
| Weight | No fuel or mower, 942 lb 427 kg |
| Manufacturing location | Horicon, Wisconsin, USA |
| Date collected | 1-Aug-23 |
