Features
48-in. Accel Deep™ Mower Deck With Optional MulchControl™

The 48-in. Accel Deep Mower Deck offers a stamped-steel, deep flat-top design that ensures excellent cut quality, productivity, and versatility. With the optional one-touch technology MulchControl system, quickly transition from mulching performance, side discharge, or bagging modes. This system creates a beautiful lawn, reduces fertilizer needs, and prevents clippings from blowing onto operators or driveways.
Easy-to-Use Controls

An intuitive dash with an electronic display puts key information right where you need it for simple, confident operation. Color-coded, ergonomic controls are easy to find and comfortable to use.
Snow Removal Capability

Equip your machine with a snow blower or front blade. Designed to handle challenging winter conditions, this tractor helps you clear deep snow, getting the job done more quickly and you out of the cold.
Specifications
Mower Deck
| Type | Side discharge |
| Cutting Width | 122 cm |
| Cutting Width | 48 in. |
| Construction | Forged steel deck shell |
| Mower Deck Material | 10 gauge |
| Mower Deck Material | 3.4 mm |
| Mower Deck Material | 0.135 in. |
| 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 onboard deck-leveling gauge |
Seat
| Type | Open-back design with grasp |
| Seat Back Height | 38 cm |
| Seat Back Height | 15 in. |
| Armrests | No |
| Fore-Aft Adjustment | 17 cm |
| Fore-Aft Adjustment | 6.6 in. |
| Seat Suspension | Tilt, two coil springs, three-position no-tools adjustment for operator weight |
Steering
| Type | Manual, sector and pinion |
| Four-Wheel Steer | Not available on this model |
| Steering Wheel | 35.6 cm |
| Steering Wheel | 14 in. |
| Tilt Steering Wheel | No |
| Turning Radius | 40.6 cm |
| Turning Radius | 16 in. |
| Uncut Circle Radius | 58 cm |
| Uncut Circle Radius | 23 in. |
Buyer's Notes
| Notes | Heavy-duty garden tractor transaxle Steering spindle bushings for long life Built-in 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.) |
Chassis
| Frame | Welded heavy-duty |
| Primer/Paint | E-coat/powder |
| Weight Bracket | Standard rear, optional front - 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 | 15x6.5-8 |
| Rear Tires | 24x12-12 turf |
| 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, under seat and covered toolbox |
| Service Interval Decal | Yes |
| Fender Handles/Grips | Handles |
| Cup Holder | Yes |
| Equipment Mounting | Yes, heavy duty |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | 363 kg |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | 800 lb. |
Optional Equipment
| Mowers | 48A (standard) |
| Rear Bagger | 670 L |
| Rear Bagger | 19 bu |
| Powered Material Collection | Power Flow™ blower |
| Mulching System | Yes, MulchControl™ |
| Front Thatcher | 137.2 cm |
| Front Thatcher | 54 in. |
| Front Blade | 121.9 cm |
| Front Blade | 48 in. |
| Snow Blower | 111.8 cm |
| Snow Blower | 44 in. |
| Rotary Tiller | 76.2 cm |
| Rotary Tiller | 30 in. |
| Sleeve Hitch | Yes, implements include box scraper, rear blade, plow, disk, and cultivator |
| Sprayer - Tow-Behind | 170.3 L |
| Sprayer - Tow-Behind | 45 U.S. gal. |
| Sprayer - Mounted | 94.6 L |
| Sprayer - Mounted | 25 U.S. gal. |
| Spreader - Tow-Behind | 79.4 kg |
| Spreader - Tow-Behind | 175 lb. |
| Spreader - Mounted | 57.7 kg |
| Spreader - Mounted | 125 lb. |
| Front Bumper | Styled bumper option |
| Brush Guard | Yes |
| Weather Protection | Weather enclosure |
| Sun Canopy | Yes |
| Bucket Holder | Yes, double bucket |
| Grass Striping | Lawn striping kit |
| Tractor Shovel | 101.6 cm |
| Tractor Shovel | 40 in. |
| Tow-Behind Tools | 19 |
Lift System
| Lift System Type | Foot pedal with adjustable spring assist |
| Hydraulic Outlets | No |
| Mower Cut Height - Minimum | 2.5 cm |
| Mower Cut Height - Minimum | 1 in. |
| Mower Cut Height - Maximum | 10.2 cm |
| Mower Cut Height - Maximum | 4 in. |
| Cut Height Increments | 0.64 cm |
| Cut Height Increments | 0.25 in. |
| Preset Cut Height | Yes |
Dimensions
| Height | 1171 mm |
| Height | 46.1 in. |
| Overall Length | 1894 mm |
| Overall Length | 74.6 in. |
| Wheelbase | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase | 51.2 in. |
| Width With Mower | 1590 mm |
| Width With Mower | 62.6 in. |
| Width With Mower (Deflector Raised For Storage) | 1335 mm |
| Width With Mower (Deflector Raised For Storage) | 52.6 in. |
| Width Without Mower | 1034 mm |
| Width Without Mower | 40.7 in. |
| Weight | 334 kg |
| Weight | 737 lb. |
Electrical System
| Battery Voltage | 12 V |
| Battery Cold Crank Amps | 340 CCA |
| Charging System | Flywheel alternator, regulated |
| Charging System | 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 |
Fuel System
| Type | Gasoline |
| Fuel Delivery | Pulse pump and carburetor |
| Fuel Gauge | Gauge on dash |
| Fuel Tank Location | Rear |
| Fuel Fill Opening | On left fender |
| Fuel Fill Opening | 7.6 cm |
| Fuel Fill Opening | 3 in. |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16.7 L |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 4.4 U.S. gal. |
Safety
| Meets ANSI Standard | Yes |
| Meets OPEI Standard | Yes |
| Backup Protection | Reverse Implement Option (RIO) |
| Safety Video | Yes |
Transaxle
| Transaxle Type | K72 hydrostatic integrated with transaxle |
| Transaxle Control | Twin Touch™ pedals |
| Cruise Control | Yes, button on dash |
| Oil Cooler | Fins and fan on transaxle |
| Oil Filter | Yes |
| Differential Lock | Standard |
| Forward Speed | 11.6 km/h |
| Forward Speed | 7.2 mph |
| Reverse Speed | 8.4 km/h |
| Reverse Speed | 5.2 mph |
| Brakes | Internal wet disc |
Additional Information
| Manufacturing Location | Horicon, Wisconsin, USA |
| Date Collected | 10/03/2022 00:00:00 |
Engine
| Engine Power | 17.9 kW |
| Engine Power | 24 hp |
| Displacement | 726 cc |
| Displacement | 44.3 cu in. |
| Engine Manufacturer/Model | FR730V |
| Engine 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 |
Mower Attachability
| 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 |