Keeping a lawn healthy with a quality cut is priority number one. Doing the job in comfort and with ease is just plain sensible. That's why John Deere developed the latest MulchControl Kit with One Touch Technology. Turn on MulchControl with a push of the button located on your dash.
Twin Touch automatic transmission lets you easily change from forward to reverse with two-pedal foot control for effortless speed and direction changes.
The tractor is powered by a John Deere iTorque power system, a combination of engine features and an exclusive hood design providing superior lugging ability, even cooling, and durability. Key engine features include:
A flywheel alternator provides plenty of capacity to quickly recharge the battery and power electrical equipment, such as lights or a sprayer:
Quality fuel system components enhance performance and convenience:
The 54-in. (137-cm) Accel Deep Mower Deck is a forged-steel, deep, flat-top design that delivers excellent cut quality, productivity, cleanliness, durability, and versatility. Optimal performance and dispersion of clippings is provided, even at faster mowing speeds or in tall grass:
Deep mower-deck forging gives excellent cut quality. It allows the cut and suspended material room to exit the deck without getting recut:
Deep mower-deck forging gives high productivity, which gets the job done fast. It allows the cut and suspended material room to exit the deck quickly, reducing the amount of recutting so more power is available to process incoming grass:
Large discharge opening is both high and wide to handle more material:
The flat-top shape of the deck forging is optimal for keeping itself and the operator clean:
Cleaning a mower deck, both top and bottom, is one of the most frequent maintenance activities:
A wash port is provided to make cleaning the underside of the mower deck easy.
The 54A Mower Deck has strong spindle pockets, to keep the blades aligned, even after years of tough service:
Mower wheels are heavy duty:
Low-tension belt-drive design reduces the side load on engine lower bearings and mower deck bearings for longer life.
The 54A Mower Deck features a 5/8-in. (16-mm) diameter solid-steel rod side bumper that provides extra strength and protection.
Dual-stage E-coat and powder-paint coatings provide extra protection from rust.
The 54A Mower Deck is designed for maximum versatility, providing the greatest ease in changing from one mower discharge mode to another:
An optional 7-bu (247-L) rear bagger material collection system (MCS) is available. It provides an efficient means of collecting grass clippings and leaves:
Larger 14-bu (493-L) and 19-bu (670-L) MCS are available, in addition to the 7-bu (247-L) MCS, for specific X300 and X500 Series Tractor models.
Side-discharge blades can be used with the Power Flow system when bagging.
Mulching blades are included with the optional MulchControl system. They can be used for mulching, side discharging, and bagging.
Mower blade use chart
Mode(s) of operation |
Mower blade |
Side discharging mode only |
Side-discharge blade (shipped with mower) |
Mulching mode only |
Mulching blade (shipped with MulchControl) |
Side discharge and mulching |
Mulching blade (shipped with MulchControl) |
Bagging |
Either side-discharge or mulching blade |
An exclusive 4-year or 500-hour (whichever comes first), single-source, bumper-to-bumper warranty* is standard for all John Deere X500 Series Tractors.
*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.
Hydraulic power steering is standard equipment:
Convenient hydraulic lift lever makes raising and lowering the mower or implement easy:
The integrated hydrostatic transaxle (IHT) encloses the hydrostatic pump and motor rotating groups in the same housing with the differential and axle housing:
When combined with the foot controls, the hydrostatic transmission functions similarly to that of an automatic transmission in an automobile, so the term automatic is often used to describe it.
Key features of the drive system are as follows:
When it's inconvenient to start the tractor, a freewheeling valve releases the transmission so the tractor can be pushed a short distance. The freewheeling valve control is conveniently located on the tractor’s rear hitch plate.
Traction assist is standard equipment:
The optional MulchControl system makes mulching more practical for many mowing situations because it not only does an excellent job of mulching, but it also allows the mower to be easily converted for times when it is more desirable to side discharge or collect the lawn material. Advantages of mulching grass clippings include:
MulchControl is an innovative, simple design that is easy to use and maintain:
MulchControl is well-suited to the following mowing situations:
MulchControl puts the operator in control of the clippings.
Electric one-touch MulchControl systems shift the MulchControl baffle using an electric actuator that is operated by a dash-mounted switch.
Operators can convert between modes without interrupting the mowing process, making it possible to change between modes:
While in the side discharge mode, MulchControl still mulches about one third of the material. Therefore, the side discharge mode is essentially a partial mulch mode. This can be an advantage when side discharging or bagging, as it helps to reduce the amount of material being discharged. Other times this could work as a disadvantage:
When bagging with MulchControl on a 48A or 54A mower deck, the MulchControl baffle can be opened or closed with the Power Flow™ blower installed. The Power Flow blower runs without material when the baffle is closed.
When bagging with MulchControl on a 42A mower deck, the cut-and-throw rear bagger can be used with the MulchControl blades. However, the rear MulchControl baffle (A) needs to be removed to install the bagger chute. The baffle is held in place with two carriage bolts. To return to mulching, the chute needs to be removed and the baffle replaced.
Each MulchControl system is an optional field-installed attachment and includes everything needed: baffles, mulch blades, a handle (lever action attachments) or an actuator, wiring, and switches (electric one-touch attachments).
Attachment | Description | Applications |
BUC10704 | 42-in. (107-cm) Accel Deep MulchControl (lever action) | Model year 2016 and newer X300 Series Tractors, Z300 Series ZTrak™ Mowers |
BUC10705 | 48-in. (122-cm) Accel Deep MulchControl (lever action) | S240 Lawn Tractor, model year 2016 and newer X300 and X500 Series Tractors, Z300 and Z500 Series ZTrak Mowers |
BUC10706 | 54-in. (137-cm) Accel Deep MulchControl (lever action) | Model year 2016 and newer X300 and X500 Series Tractors, Z300 and Z500 Series ZTrak Mowers |
Attachment | Description | Applications |
BUC11632 | 42-in. (107-cm) Accel Deep electric one-touch MulchControl | Model year 2016 and newer X300 Series Tractors* |
BUC11633 | 48-in. (122-cm) Accel Deep electric one-touch MulchControl | Model year 2016 and newer X300 and X500 Series Tractors* |
BUC11634 | 54-in. (137-cm) Accel Deep electric one-touch MulchControl | Model year 2016 and newer X300 and X500 Series Tractors* |
*NOTE: Model year 2016-2017 X300 and X500 Series Tractors (X300 serial number 10,001-50,000 and X500 serial number 110,001-130,000) require replacing the tractor wiring harness and dash panel to use an electric MulchControl attachment.
An advantage of lawn tractors is their ability to use attachments for snow removal. Lawn tractor owners can add a John Deere snow blower or front blade to make quick work of moving snow whenever the need arises. Weather enclosure and tire-chain attachments add comfort and performance.
Equipment available for snow removal includes:
The contoured dash has clean, attractive styling and ergonomic controls for easy use:
Instrument display has the look and feel of a modern automobile. A power-up sequence cycles lights and gauges to indicate they are working:
Twin Touch foot pedals control the speed and direction of travel:
Cruise control is standard equipment:
A rotary dial knob makes adjusting the mower cut height quick and easy:
Mower cut height can be adjusted in 0.25-in. (6.4-mm) increments from 1 in. (2.5 cm) to 4 in. (10.2 cm).
Mower deck returns to the same preset height each time it is lowered.
Deck-leveling gauge is placed at the appropriate location under the left rear, right rear, and front of the mower deck as the cut height is adjusted using the Exact Adjust tool and front draft arm adjusting nuts.
Pushing with the foot to raise the mower or implement is less strenuous for many operators:
A lift-assist spring is provided on the tractor to minimize lift effort:
Convenient hydraulic lift lever makes raising and lowering the mower or implement easy:
Depressing the brake pedal applies force to internal wet-disk brake (which provides excellent durability and long life) for safe stopping.
Parking brake control is conveniently located for easy access; holds brake pedal securely in locked position.
The heavy-duty electric PTO clutch is operated with a convenient dash-mounted switch.
The PTO clutch is designed to operate through many on/off cycles.
CAUTION: Children or bystanders may be injured by rotating blades. Before traveling forward or rearward:
NOTE: Operating the mower while backing up is strongly discouraged. RIO should be used only when operating another attachment or when the operator deems it necessary to reposition the machine with the mower engaged.
The frame is made of heavy-duty formed and welded steel, reinforced in critical areas for even greater strength:
Optional Quik-Tatch weights can be added to increase traction and ballast equipment.
The front axle is made of nodular cast iron:
Replaceable bushings are used at the center axle pivot and steering spindles:
The front steering spindles are strong for long life:
A heavy-duty equipment mounting system is used:
Smooth, rounded contours present a modern, styled appearance:
Headlights are standard equipment on all models:
The operator station is designed for operator comfort and convenience in operating all controls. The controls are easy to use and color coded for quick identification.
The 15-in. (38-cm) open-back seat (X570) features distinctive styling and is designed for comfort:
The 21-in. (53-cm) high-back cut-and-sewn seat (X580, X584, X590) delivers a comfortable, smooth ride and excellent support for the operator:
The seat suspension (X570) is adjustable, without tools, for the weight of the operator:
The four-bar seat suspension (X580, X584, X590) delivers additional suspension travel to isolate the operator from rough terrain:
The optional 21-in. (53-cm) professional two-piece seat, four-bar suspension, and slide shipped on Signature Series X700 Tractors is available as an upgrade seat and suspension for all X500 Multi-Terrain Tractors (model year 2006-). Key selling features for this seat include:
Rubber foot pads make the operator more comfortable:
A cup holder and covered toolbox are conveniently located on the fender next to the operator's seat.
Handles on each fender are useful when getting on and off the tractor.
A 12-V outlet is standard equipment and provides a convenient plug-in for electrical equipment.
A mid-vehicle 12-V fast connector, located under the tractor’s fuse box, is included as standard equipment to reduce initial installation time for some attachments that operate on 12-V power from the tractor:
The one-piece hood opens easily to permit checking and servicing the engine:
The engine fuel and oil filters, the oil check/fill tube, and the oil drain tube are exposed for serviceability when the hood is opened.
John Deere riding lawn mowers are supported by owner information web pages that include links to:
To speed access to owner information web pages, a QR code is printed onto a PIN label located under the hood on the trim side of the steering pedestal. Since each vehicle model has its own web page, the links are specific to the owner’s model. The QR code also includes the vehicle’s unique PIN which allows for additional customization of the owner information web page in the future.
A mower deck must be level side-to-side and properly adjusted front-to-rear to give the best cutting performance. An included deck-leveling gauge and a hex-key tool are provided to make adjustment easy. On the X570 model they are securely stored under the tractor seat.
Exact Adjust leveling ports are provided on each side of the operator platform above the mower-level adjusting bolts. With the hex-shaped tool, they provide convenient access to allow quick and easy adjustment of the mower for the best-cut quality of cut.
The Exact Adjust feature is standard on all Select Series™ X300 and X500 Tractors:
Consult the operator's manual for the correct adjusting procedures for each tractor model. Basic adjusting steps to properly level the mower deck include:
NOTE: The adjusting tool supplied with the tractor is an 8-mm ball-hex key, part number M162737. The rounded end allows for some misalignment with the bolt as the deck is adjusted.
Keep a mower running its best and know how it mows with the John Deere MowerPlus app. Simply scan the mower’s barcode to get custom information about the mower.
To download the free MowerPlus app, visit the Apple® App Store® or Google Play™ store.
MowerPlus connectors (sold separately)
MowerPlus connectors are available to transmit vehicle information to the MowerPlus app.
BUC10929 MowerPlus Deluxe Smart Connector is for use with:
BUC10537 MowerPlus Smart Connector is for use with:
MowerPlus connectors transmit the fuel level and engine hour information to the app, making it easy to keep track of fuel level and maintenance intervals.
MowerPlus connectors require the MowerPlus app on a mobile device to use. The John Deere MowerPlus app and operating system requirements can be found in the mobile device’s app store. The MowerPlus app is only available in the English language, and it is not available in all countries.
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Engine power | 24 hp 17.9 kW |
Oil change | No-tools oil drain with replaceable filter |
Engine manufacturer/model | FR730V |
Transaxle type | K72 hydrostatic integrated with transaxle |
Transaxle control | Twin Touch™ pedals |
Rear tires | 24x12-12 HDAP |
Lift system type | Hydraulic |
Cutting width | Accel Deep™ mower deck, 54 in. 137 cm |
U.S. warranty | 4 year/500 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 | 44.3 cu in. 726 cc |
Manufacturer/model | FR730V |
Type | Overhead valve, full-pressure lube, oil filter |
Cylinders | V-twin, cast-iron liners |
Governor | Mechanical |
Choke/speed control | Separate levers, automatic choke return |
Cooling method | Air |
Air cleaner | Dry, replaceable |
Oil change | No-tools oil drain with replaceable filter |
Type | Gasoline |
Fuel delivery | Pulse pump and carburetor |
Fuel gauge | Gauge on dash |
Fuel tank location | Rear |
Fuel fill opening | On left fender, 3 in. 7.6 cm |
Fuel tank capacity | 4.4 U.S. gal. 16.7 L |
Battery | 12 V 340 CCA |
Charging system | Flywheel alternator, regulated, 12 amp |
Engine starter | Bendix |
Hour meter | Yes |
Headlights | Two standard, incandescent, 27 W |
Taillights or reflector | Reflectors |
Backup lights | No |
Rear work lights | No |
12-V outlet | Yes |
Type | K72 hydrostatic integrated with transaxle |
Control | Twin Touch™ pedals |
Cruise control | Yes, button on dash |
Oil cooler | Fins and fan on transaxle |
Oil filter | Yes, replaceable |
Differential lock | Standard |
Forward speed | 0-7.2 mph 0-11.6 km/h |
Reverse speed | 0-5.2 mph 0-8.4 km/h |
Brakes | Internal wet disc |
Frame | Welded heavy-duty |
Primer/paint | E-coat/powder |
Weight bracket | Standard front and rear - each holds up to four Quik-Tatch weights, 42 lb 19 kg |
Receiver hitch | No |
Front axle | Cast iron front axle, front wheel ball bearings |
Spindle bushings | Metal, replaceable |
Front tires | 16x6.5-8 turf |
Rear tires | 24x12-12 HDAP |
Hood material | Fully enclosed, molded-in color material reduces sound, will not rust or dent |
Fender deck material | Stamped steel |
Floor mats | Sure-grip rubber |
Storage | Yes, covered toolbox |
Service interval decal | Yes |
Fender handles/grips | Handles |
Cup holder | Yes |
Equipment mounting | Yes, heavy duty |
Maximum towing capacity | 800 lb 363 kg |
Type | Power, hydraulic |
Four-wheel steer | Not available on this model |
Steering wheel | 14 in. 35.6 cm |
Tilt steering wheel | No |
Turning radius | 22 in. 55.9 cm |
Uncut circle radius | 24 in. 61 cm |
Type | Cut-and-sewn high-back |
Seat back height | 21 in. 53 cm |
Armrests | Optional |
Fore-aft adjustment | While seated, ball bearing slide rail, 15-position, 6.6 in. 17 cm |
Seat suspension | Six-position parallel arm |
Type | Hydraulic |
Hydraulic outlets | No |
Mower cut height | 13 positions, 1-4 in. 2.5-10.2 cm |
Cut height increments | 0.25 in. 0.64 cm |
Preset cut height | Yes |
Type | Side discharge |
Cutting width | Accel Deep™ mower deck, 54 in. 137 cm |
Construction | Forged steel deck shell |
Mower deck material | 10 gauge 0.135 in. 3.4 mm |
Mower wash port | Yes |
Mower drive system | Electric power take-off (PTO) clutch, in-line belt |
Mower wheels | Four |
Mower wheel adjustment | Seven-position, spring-loaded pin |
Mower level adjustment | Exact Adjust ports and deck-leveling gauge |
Type | Roll under tractor |
Front draft arms | Attached with spring pins at two points |
Rear draft arms | Quick-pull pins |
Mower wheels rotate | Yes, 90 degrees for easy mower removal |
Drive system | Dual belt |
Meets ANSI standard | Yes |
Meets OPEI standard | Yes |
Backup protection | Reverse Implement Option (RIO) |
Safety video | Yes |
Notes | Heavy-duty garden tractor transaxle Convenient power steering and hydraulic lift Built-in front and rear weight bracket |
Warranty | 4 year/500 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 | 54XA (standard) |
Rear bagger | 7, 14, 19 bu 247, 493, 670 L |
Powered material collection | Power Flow™ blower |
Mulching system | Yes, MulchControl™ |
Front thatcher | 38, 46, 54 in. 96.5, 116.8, 137.2 cm |
Front blade | 48 in. 121.9 cm |
Snow blower | Two-stage, 47 in. 119.4 cm |
Rotary tiller | Mechanical, 30 in. 76.2 cm |
Sleeve hitch | Yes, implements include box scraper, rear blade, plow, disk, and cultivator |
Plow, moldboard | Yes |
Box scraper | Yes |
Cultivator | Yes |
Rear blade | Yes |
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 | 125, 175 lb 57.7, 79.4 kg Mounted, 125 lb 57.7 kg |
Front bumper | Standard front bumper/weight bracket |
Brush guard | Yes |
Weather protection | Weather enclosure |
Sun canopy | Yes |
Bucket holder | Yes, double bucket |
Grass striping | Lawn striping kit |
Tractor shovel | 40 in. 101.6 cm |
Tow-behind tools | 19 |
Height | 52.7 in. 1338 mm |
Overall length | 77.4 in. 1966 mm |
Wheelbase | 51.2 in. 1300 mm |
Width with mower | 68.4 in. 1737 mm |
Width with mower (deflector raised for storage) | 58.3 in. 1481 mm |
Width without mower | 40.7 in. 1034 mm |
Weight | Mower, no fuel: 777 lb 352 kg |
Manufacturing location | Horicon, Wisconsin, USA |
Date collected | 3-Oct-22 |
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