Built-in Greeneville TN, The John Deere S160 Riding Lawn Tractor is the premium 48 in. deck model of the 100 Series line up. The 24-HP V-Twin John Deere Branded Extended Life Series (ELS) engine features an advanced filtration system for enhanced performance and long engine life. It has plenty of power to handle tough mulching, mowing and bagging conditions (coverage up to 2 acres). The operator station is wide and comfortable with a premium steering wheel, easily adjustable controls and a 15 in heat resistant lumbar seat. Side-by-side foot pedals control the speed and direction of travel, while the cruise control provides a constant mowing speed. The 48 in. Edge Cutting System is also time-tested and proven to offer superior cut quality and can easily be equipped to bag or mulch. For easy serviceability, the S160 offers the John Deere Easy Change 30-Second Oil Change System. It’s the original All-In-1 oil and oil filter canister, allowing anyone to easily change the engine oil with no tools required.
- For questions about service and repair, please call the John Deere Customer Contact Center at 800-537-8233 or reference the Service & Repair document
- 24 HP V-twin ELS John Deere branded engine offers exceptional mowing, hauling, blading performance and long life
- 48 in. edge cutting system has a deep deck design with 3 blades to lift grass for a superior cut and a smooth underside to prevent grass buildup a wash port is included for your convenience to clean the underside of the deck
- Mower deck lift lever easily raises and lowers the deck from 1 in. to 4 in. with 13 different cutting heights available
- Electric blade engagement turns on with the pull of a knob
- John Deere easy change 30-second oil change system is the original all-in-1 oil and oil filter canister, allowing anyone to easily change the engine oil with no tools required
- Ergonomic operator station is wide and comfortable with easily adjustable controls
- Deluxe high back seat with lumbar support easily adjusts while you are in the seat, features flexible forward and rearward travel with 10 different positions to find the perfect fit
- Easy-read fuel gauge placed on the dash allows customers to easily see how much fuel is left in the tank
- Powerful (300 cca) battery helps with starts even after lengthy storage
- Cruise control maintains tractor speed for mowing larger areas
- Fully welded steel frame and cast iron front axle provides strength and durability with a standard front bumper for added protection
- Download the MowerPlus app to easily view engine-hours and fuel level
- Hassle free ownership a John Deere authorized technician will perform a thorough 10 point pre-delivery inspection on all new John Deere mowers prior to sale
- Baggers, carts, aerators, spreaders, front blade, mulch plug and snow blowers are sold separately to help with projects around the yard
- Be sure to register your 2-year bumper to bumper warranty registration and stay connected with your servicing John Deere dealer
- Engine horsepower and torque information are provided by the engine manufacturer to be used for comparison purposes only, actual operating horsepower and torque will be less; refer to the manufacturer’s website for additional information
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Dimensions
Assembled Depth (in.) 74.9 in Assembled Height (in.) 45.3 in Assembled Width (in.) 60.8 in Cutting Width (in.) 48 inches Front Wheel Size (in.) 15 Mower Deck Width (in.) 48 in Rear Wheel Size (in.) 20 Turning Radius (in.) 18 Details
Assembly Required Yes CA (CARB) Compliant Not CARB Compliant Commercial / Residential Residential Cutting Options Side-Discharge Deck Material 12 Gauge Steel Deck Type Stamped Drive Type Rear-wheel Drive Engine Displacement (cc) 724 Engine Make OEM Branded Engine Engine Torque (ft.-lb.) 0 Fuel Tank Capacity (gal.) 2.4 gal Horsepower (HP) 24 hp Included with Riding Mowers Engine Oil Maximum Cutting Height (in.) 4 in Maximum Forward Speed (mph) 5.5 Maximum Reverse Speed (mph) 3.2 Minimum Cutting Height (in.) 1 in Mower Size Medium Number of Blades 3 Number of Blades 3 blades Number of Cylinders V-Twin Number of Deck Wheels 4 Oil Capacity (oz.) 91.29 Power Type Gas Product Weight (lb.) 481 lb Recommended Oil Type SAE 10W-30 Refurbished No Returnable 30-Day Riding Mower Features Adjustable Cutting Height, Cruise Control, Cup Holder, Deck cleanout, Headlights, Hour Meter, Keyed start, Power Take Off, Residential, Reverse Mowing, Rust Resistant, Single-lever height adjustment Size of Yard 1 – 2 Acres Start Type Electric Terrain Type Flat with Obstacles, Hilly Transmission Type Hydrostatic White Glove Service White Glove Service Warranty / Certifications
Certifications and Listings No Certifications or Listings Manufacturer Warranty Two years or 120 hours, whichever occurs first.