John Deere GT242


John Deere GT242 tractor photo
1993 - 1998
GT200 Series
Garden tractor
Series map:
GT242
GT262
14.0hp
17.0hp
Production
ManufacturerJohn Deere
Garden tractor
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA
Original price was $3,999 in 1995
John Deere GT242 Engine
14HP Kawasaki 422cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank2.75 gal
10.4 L
Engine details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Internal wet disc brakes
Open operator station.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTOindependent
Clutchelectric
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase47.75 inches
121 cm
Weight445 lbs
201 kg
Front tire16x6.50-8
Rear tire23x10.50-12
Full dimensions and tires ...
John Deere GT242 attachments
38" mid-mount mower deck
44" mid-mount mower deck
48" mid-mount mower deck
snowblower
blade
Attachment details ...
GT242 Serial Numbers
Location:Serial number decal on the rear of the GT242, above the drawbar.
1993025001
1994035001
1995045001
1996055001
1997070001
1998090001

FAQ: How to read a serial number table.
Electrical
Groundnegative
Charging systemflywheel alternator
Charging amps13
Battery CCA295
Battery volts12
Battery GroupU1
References
GT242 references literature
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 1996, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 1997, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 1998, by John Deere
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1994, by John Deere
John Deere Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1995
Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1998, by John Deere
Lawn & Grounds Care Sales Manual published in 1997, by John Deere*
*Publication contains known errors.
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