The John Deere 212 was designed for mowing large lawns and sporting fields.
The John Deere 212 is a garden tractor that formed part of the 200 series, and was released between 1975 and 1987. It was manufactured by John Deere in a factory in Horicon, Wisconsin, and was available with 38-inch and 46-inch mower decks. The 212 was positioned between the larger John Deere 214 and the smaller John Deere 210.
Engine Specs
The John Deere 212 is equipped with a Kohler type K301AQS, gasoline engine, that has a displacement of 29.1 cubic inches. The engine is aspirated naturally, possesses one cylinder, and has a bore x stroke of 3.375 by 3.25 inches. It includes an air cooling system to prevent the engine from overheating and uses a dry air cleaner. In addition, the starter volt value is 12 volts, and the oil capacity ois 1.5 quarts.
Performance and Fuel Capacity
Designed as a lawn tractor, the John Deere 212 is not as powerful as most tractors designed for agricultural use. It is able to generate a peak power output of 12 horsepower at 3,500 rated revolutions per minute. Additionally, the fuel capacity is 3.5 gallons.
Transmission and Other Specs
The John Deere 212 is equipped with a Variator transmission system, which is able to change its gear ratio continuously. It has four forward gears and a single reverse gear, and an oil capacity of 1.75 quarts. It is powered by one 12-volt battery and has an alternator charging system that charges 15 amps.
Dimensions
The John Deere 212 is 41.5 inches wide, 42 inches high and 67.5 inches long. Additionally, it has a wheelbase of 46 inches, two wheel drive radius of 3.1 feet and an operational weight of 660 pounds. The dimensions of its front and rear tires are 16 by 6.50 to 8 and 23 by 10.50 to 12 inches, respectively.
Mower Deck Specs
The mid-mount John Deere 39 is a three-bladed mechanical lift, 38-inch mower deck designed to be fit onto the John Deere 212. It has a cutting width of 38 inches, overall width of 49.25 inches and cut height of 1.5 to 3.5 inches. In addition, it weighs 85 lbs. The mid-mount John Deere 47, three bladed mechanical lift is a larger mower deck with a cutting width of 47 inches, overall width of 57 inches and cutting height of 1.5 to 3.5 inches. It also is heavier, weighing 113 lbs.
