John Deere 212

Production: 1975 - 1987  

Production
Manufacturer	John Deere
Type	Garden tractor
Factory	Horicon, Wisconsin, USA

Mechanical
Chassis	4x2 2WD
Steering	manual
Brakes	band
Cab	Open operator station.

Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO	independent
Clutch	manual

212 Serial Numbers
1975	30001
1976	55001
1977	70001
1978	80001
1979	95001
1980	120001
1981	155001
1982	190001
1983	222001
1984	285001
1985	315001
1986	360001
1987	420001

212 Serial Location

Serial number plate below the steering column.

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	15
Battery volts	12

Engine Detail
Kohler K301AQS
gasoline
1-cylinder
air-cooled horizontal-shaft
Displacement	476 cc 29.1 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.375x3.25 inches 86 x 83 mm
Power	12 hp 8.9 kW
Air cleaner	dry
Idle RPM	1700-3500
Starter volts	12

Transmission
Transmission	Peerless 2300
Type	gear
Gears	4 forward and 1 reverse
Oil capacity	1.75 qts 1.7 L
Four-speed gear transmission with mechanical variable drive.

Dimensions
Wheelbase	46 inches 116 cm
Length	67.5 inches 171 cm
Width	41.5 inches 105 cm
Height	42 inches 106 cm
Shipping weight	690 lbs 312 kg