John Deere 260

Production: 1988 - 1991  

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

Mechanical
Chassis	4x2 2WD
Steering	manual enclosed recirculating ball
Brakes	expanding mechanical shoe
Cab	Open operator station. Vinyl weather enclosure optional.

Tractor hitch
Type	sleeve hitch OptOptional

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

260 Serial Numbers
1988	475001
1989	595001
1990	010001
1991	100001

260 Serial Location

Serial number decal on the rear of the 260, above the drawbar.

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	15
Battery CCA	342
Battery volts	12
Battery Group	U1

Engine Detail
Kawasaki FC540V
gasoline
1-cylinder
air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement	534 cc 32.6 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.5x3.38 inches 89 x 86 mm
Power (gross)	17 hp 12.7 kW
Compression	8.3:1
Rated RPM	3350
Starter volts	12

Transmission
Transmission	Tuff Torq
Type	belt-driven gear
Gears	6 forward and 1 reverse
Oil capacity	3.4 qts 3.2 L
Oil type	90W gear lube

Dimensions
Wheelbase	47.9 inches 121 cm
Length	71.5 inches 181 cm
Width	41.5 inches 105 cm
Height	43.6 inches 110 cm
Shiping weight	605 lbs 274 kg