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John Deere X738 Specs, Price, Review features, oil capacity, & Attachment
John Deere X738 Key Features
- 25.5-hp (19 kW) iTorque™ Power System
- The two-function hydraulic lift system
- Hydrostatic four-wheel drive, power two-wheel steer, power lift system, Twin-Touch™ forward and reverse foot pedals, heavy-duty all-purpose tires
- 4-year/700-hour bumper-to-bumper warranty
- Available in 48-, 54-, and 60-inch mower deck sizes
John Deere X738 price
New price – $13,809.00
John Deere X738 Serial Numbers
- 2013: M010001
- 2014: M020001
- 2015: M030001
- 2016: M040001
- 2017: M050001
John Deere X738 Specs
Key Specs |
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Engine power | 25.5 hp 19 kW |
Engine manufacturer/model | FD750D EFI |
Transaxle type | K90 hydrostatic integrated with transaxle |
Transaxle control | Twin Touch™ pedals |
Rear tires | 26×12-12 HDAP |
Steering type | Hydraulic power |
Lift system type | Two-function hydraulic |
Cutting width | Accel Deep™ mower deck, 48 in. 122 cm High capacity mower deck, 54, 60 in. 137, 152 cm |
U.S. warranty | 4 year/700 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.) |
Engine |
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Power | 25.5 hp 19 kW |
Displacement | 45.5 cu in. 745 cc |
Manufacturer/model | FD750D EFI |
Type | Electronic fuel injection (EFI), overhead valve, full-pressure lube, oil filter |
Cylinders | V-twin, cast-iron liners |
Governor | Mechanical |
Choke/speed control | No choke required |
Cooling method | Liquid |
Air cleaner | Dry, replaceable with foam precleaner |
Oil drain | No tools |
Fuel system |
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Type | Gasoline |
Fuel delivery | Electronic fuel injection |
Fuel gauge | Gauge on dash |
Fuel tank location | Rear |
Fuel fill opening | On left fender, 3 in. 7.6 cm |
Fuel tank capacity | 5.2 U.S. gal. 19.7 L |
Electrical system |
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Battery | 12 V 300 CCA |
Charging system | Flywheel alternator, regulated, 20 amp |
Engine starter | Solenoid shift |
Hourmeter | Yes |
Headlights | Two standard, halogen, 37 W |
Taillights or reflector | Taillights |
Backup lights | Yes |
Rear work lights | Yes |
12-V outlet | Yes |
Transaxle |
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Type | K90 hydrostatic integrated with transaxle |
Control | Twin Touch™ pedals |
Cruise control | Yes |
Oil cooler | Yes |
Oil filter | Replaceable suction side 10 micron |
Differential lock | Standard |
Forward speed | 0-8.5 mph 0-13.7 km/h |
Reverse speed | 0-6 mph 0-9.7 km/h |
Brakes | Internal wet disc |
Chassis |
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Frame | Welded heavy-duty |
Primer/paint | E-coat/powder |
Weight bracket | Standard front – holds up to four Quik-Tatch weights, 42 lb 19 kg |
Receiver hitch | Yes, front |
Front axle | JDM BA8 nodular iron casting |
Front tires | 18×8.5-10 HDAP |
Rear tires | 26×12-12 HDAP |
Hood material | Noryl GTX902, painted |
Fender deck material | RIM with in-mold paint |
Floor mats | Sure-grip rubber |
Storage | Covered toolbox |
Service interval decal | Yes |
Fender handles/grips | Handles |
Cup holder | Yes |
Equipment mounting | Optional category 1 3-point hitch |
Steering |
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Type | Hydraulic power |
Four-wheel steer | Not available on this model |
Steering wheel | 14 in. 35.6 cm |
Tilt steering wheel | Standard, six position |
Turning radius | 25 in. 63.5 cm |
Uncut circle radius | 54 HC, 32 in. 63.5 cm 60 HC Mower, 28 in. 71.1 cm |
Seat |
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Type | Two-piece adjustable seat with brand embroidery |
Seat back height | 21 in. 53.3 cm |
Armrests | Optional |
Fore-aft adjustment | While seated, slide rail, 14-position, 7 in. 17.8 cm |
Seat suspension | Six-position parallel arm |
Lift system |
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Type | Two-function hydraulic |
Hydraulic outlets | Four, standard |
Mower cut height | 1-5.25 in. 2.5-13.3 cm |
Cut height increments | 0.25 in. 0.64 cm |
Preset cut height | Yes |
Mower deck |
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Type | Side discharge |
Cutting width | Accel Deep™ mower deck, 48 in. 122 cm High capacity mower deck, 54, 60 in. 137, 152 cm |
Construction | Stamped steel deck shell |
Mower deck material | 48A, 10 gauge 0.135 in. 3.4 mm 54 HC and 60 HC, 9 gauge 0.15 in. 3.8 mm |
Mower wash port | Yes |
Mower drive system | Hydraulic clutch, shaft |
Mower wheels | Four |
Mower wheel adjustment | Spring-loaded pin |
Mower level adjustment | Exact Adjust ports and onboard deck-leveling gauge |
Mower attachability |
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Type | Roll under tractor (48A) Drive-over deck (54, 60 HC) |
Front draft arms | Overcenter |
Rear draft arms | V-align |
Mower wheels rotate | Yes, 90 degrees for easy mower removal (48X), N/A (54 HC, 60 HC) |
Drive system | Shaft or AutoConnect |
Safety |
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Meets ANSI standard | Yes |
Meets OPEI standard | Yes |
Backup protection | Reverse Implement Option (RIO) |
Safety video | Yes |
Buyer’s notes |
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Notes | Styled alloy wheels are standard equipment One-piece hood for easy engine access Hydraulic modulated PTO clutch for smooth mower and implement engagement |
Warranty | 4 year/700 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.) |
Optional equipment |
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Mowers | 48A, 54 HC, 60 HC |
Rear bagger | 7, 14, 19 bu 250, 500, 670 L |
Powered material collection | Power Flow, 7, 14, 19 bu 250, 500, 670 L |
Mulching system | Yes, MulchControl™ |
Front thatcher | 38, 46, 54 in. 96.5, 116.8, 137.2 cm |
Front blade | 54 in. 137.2 cm |
Snow blower | Two-stage, 47, 54 in. 119.4, 137.2 cm |
Rotary broom | 52, 60 in. 132.1, 152.4 cm |
Rotary tiller | 42, 48 in. 106.7, 121.9 cm |
3-point hitch | Category 1 |
Rear power take-off (PTO) | 540 rpm |
Plow, moldboard | Adjustable, 8-14 in. 20.3-35.6 cm |
Box scraper | 48 in. 121.9 cm |
Cultivator | Adjustable, 30-46 in. 76.2-116.8 cm |
Rear blade | 60 in. 152.4 cm |
Disk harrow | Adjustable, 42-52 in. 106.7-132.1 cm |
Landscape rake | 60 in. 152.4 cm |
Sprayer | Tow-behind, 15, 25, 45 U.S. gal. 56.8, 96.4, 170.3 L Mounted, 25 U.S. gal. 94.6 L |
Spreader | Tow-behind only, 125, 175 lb 57.7, 79.4 kg Mounted, 125 lb 57.7 kg |
Front bumper | Standard bumper/weight bracket |
Brush guard | Yes |
Weather protection | Hard-side cab, weather enclosure |
Rear receiver hitch | 1.25 x 1.25 in. 3.18 x 3.18 cm |
Bucket holder | Yes, double bucket |
Grass striping | Grass groomer kit, 48-in. (122-cm) mower only |
Tractor shovel | 54 in. 137.2 cm |
Front loader | Not available |
Tow-behind tools | 21 |
Dimensions |
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Height | 54.5 in. 138 cm |
Overall length | 75 in. 190.5 cm |
Wheelbase | 55.7 in. 141.5 cm |
Width with mower | 48A, 62.5 in. 159 cm 54 HC, 64.5 in. 163.8 cm 60 HC, 74 in. 188 cm |
Width with mower (deflector raised for storage) | 48A, 53.6 in. 136 cm 54 HC, 57.5 in. 146.1 cm 60 HC, 62 in. 157.5 cm |
Width without mower | 47 in. 119.4 cm |
Weight | No fuel or mower, 953 lb 432 kg |
The following attachments are available for the John Deere X738 garden tractor
- Mid-mount John Deere 48: 1,220 mm (48in) mower deck with 3-blade
- Mid-mount John Deere 54: 1,370mm (54in) mower deck with 3-blade
- John Deere Mid-mount 60 – 1,520mm (60in) mower deck with 3-blade
- Front-mount John Deere 54 snowblower – 1,370mm (54in) dual-stage snowblower with a hydraulic lift
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