The best cordless lawn mowers in 2023
Looking for the best cordless mower? Browse our experts’ pick, from budget to premium models.
A lawn mower may be one of the first purchases we make when getting a garden of our own, but that doesn’t mean finding a good quality one is easy. There are so many models and brands on the market to choose from, including corded electric and petrol, but as their range increases and fall, cordless, battery-powered models are an increasingly popular option.
Light and compact compared with traditional petrol models, cordless mowers are simple to use, easy to manoeuvre around the garden, and have none of the maintenance and servicing needs or costs of petrol lawnmowers. Powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which charges up quickly and won’t lose power in storage, they’re also quiet and emission free.
To compare these cordless mowers against other types of mower, we’ve reviewed the best lawn mowers, robotic lawn mowers, electric lawn mowers and push mowers, too. And if your lawn needs a bit of attention, our experts have tested a range of the best manual and powered aerators and scarifiers.Keep edges looking neat with our pick of the best strimmers, the best garden shears and the best lawn edging, and if you’re thinking about somewhere to store your new mower, our comprehensive guide to choosing the best garden shed will be helpful.
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The best cordless mowers to buy at a glance
Cordless mowers. Buyer’s Guide video
Many thanks to Rosie Yeomans and Sparsholt College for their help in making this video.
Getting the best cordless lawn mower for you means ensuring it has the correct cutting width, range of cutting heights, and weight plus a battery run time that matches the size of your lawn. We’ve tested a range of cordless push mowers, putting them through their paces across a range of grass and terrains, to help you find the right one for your garden.
Each mower has a detailed list of pros and cons for clarity and has been rated according to set up and storage, handling, mowing and value for money. Every mower in our round up below has scored a minimum of four out of five stars, so you can buy with confidence.
In every review we award outstanding products our coveted Best Buy award. To see these and the others we recommend, browse our pick of the best cordless lawn mowers, below.
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Best Buy cordless mowers
Husqvarna Aspire LC34-P4A
Our rating: 4.9 out of 5
- Quiet
- Cuts even long grass with ease
- Battery level visible while mowing
- Small and compact for easy storage
- Part of the POWER FOR ALL cordless range
Part of the new Husqvarna Aspire cordless range, which includes a hedge trimmer, pruner and leaf blower, this 34cm mower is powered by an 18V POWER FOR ALL ALLIANCE battery and charger. These are interchangeable with tools in other leading brands such as Flymo, Gardena and Bosch so if you also invest in tools in these ranges, you’ll only need to buy the bare tool and won’t have different batteries and chargers taking up space in the shed.Great for small gardens the mower comes ready to go, there’s no assembly or handles to attach, and it folds down to a compact size when you’re finished, with a telescopic handle that folds completely flat over the body of the mower. It can then be stood up against a wall or hung up, and even comes with a handy hook. The 30l grass bag also flattens down to take up very little room and can be hung on the mower. The Aspire is light, with a carry handle so that lifting it up steps or into other areas is easy and it has an adjustable handle to suit different height users. It’s comfortable and easy to manoeuvre around the garden and has just four cutting heights to choose from, ranging from 25-65mm and changed easily with a single lever on the body of the mower. It cuts grass quietly and smoothly and has an automatic boost that increases blade speed when you’re mowing in tougher, longer areas that works well. You can hear it kick in when you push the mower into longer grass and unlike other cordless mowers that can cut out, just carries on cutting the grass. While you mow the battery charge level is always clearly visible so you know how much battery you have left and when it needs charging. It comes with a two year warranty and we awarded it a BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Best Buy in 2023 for ease of use.
Specs: Battery: charge time. 95 mins; run time. 500sqm. Cutting: width. 34cm; height. 25-65mm. Grass box. 30 litre.
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Greenworks GDG24LM33
Our rating: 4.5 out of 5
- Easy to assemble and use
- Comfortable padded handle
- Choice of mulching or collecting clippings
- Interchangeable battery with Greenworks 24V family
Ideal for smaller gardens this sturdy, great value cordless mower is easy to put together, well thought out and simple to use. Thanks to a padded handle it’s comfortable to push, although it did feel a little short for our taller tester, and it’s light and easy to manoeuvre around trees and beds and borders. There are five cutting heights to choose from, adjusted with the simple lift of a lever and it offers the choice of collecting clippings in the 30 litre fabric grass bag or inserting the mulching plug and leaving them on the lawn to break down and feed the grass. It mows well but doesn’t like very long grass, with the battery cutting out occasionally but its long lasting brushless motor offers a a decent run time of 46 minutes and it charges in two hours. Plus, as part of the Greenworks 24V family, both the battery and charger are interchangeable with all the other tools in the range, saving you money if you invest in more in the future. We awarded it a BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Best Buy for the best budget cordless mower in 2023.
Specs: Battery: charge time. 120 mins; run time. 46mins. Cutting: width. 33cm; height. 25-70mm. Grass box. 30 litre.
Yard Force LMG37A 40v 37cm
Our rating: 4.8 out of 5
- Rear roller
- Double folding handle for easy storage
- Quickest charge time
- Part of the Yardforce GR40 cordless range
This sturdy mower has a 37cm cutting width and useful features including a rear roller for those much desired stripes. Awarded a BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Best Buy in 2022 for small to medium lawns, clippings are collected in the large 40 litre fabric grass bag. It offers a wide choice of seven cutting heights, from 25-75mm, and is easy to fold away at the end of the day. The 40V battery is quick to charge, taking just 50 minutes and when full it has the capacity to cut a 400m2 lawn.
Specs: Battery: charge time. 50 mins; run time. 400sqm. Cutting: width. 37cm; height. 25-75mm. Grass box. 40 litre.
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x370 lawn tractor
18.5-HP (13.8-kW) V-twin engine
The tractor is powered by a John Deere iTorque™ power system, a combination of engine features and an exclusive hood design that provides superior lugging ability, even cooling, and durability.
Key engine features include:
- 18.5 HP (13.8 kW)
- Large 603-cc displacement
- V-twin air-cooled design that provides smooth, quiet power
- Quality features include:
- Cast-iron cylinder liners
- Overhead valves
- Full-pressure lubrication
- Replaceable oil filter
- Dual-stage air cleaner
- Excellent power and performance
- Easy starts
- Smooth operation
Flywheel alternator
A flywheel alternator provides plenty of capacity to quickly recharge the battery and power electrical equipment, such as lights or a sprayer:
- 15-amp capacity
- Regulated to keep the battery at full charge without risk of overcharging
Fuel tank has large, 3.3-U.S. gal. (12.5-L) capacity
Fuel tank
Electronic fuel gauge
Large fuel tank and convenient fuel gauge minimize the number of stops for fuel and chance of running out of fuel:
- Fuel tank has a large, 3.3-U.S. gal. (12.5-L) capacity for more hours of operation between refills.
- Large, 3-in. (7.6-cm) diameter fuel tank filler opening makes adding fuel easy.
- Located on the left fender
- Helps eliminate spillage
The 42-in. (107-cm) Accel Deep™ (42A) Mower Deck cuts clean and is versatile
X370 with Accel Deep 42A Mower
Accel Deep 42A Mower
The 42-in. (107-cm) Accel Deep Mower Deck provides the performance advantages of a two-spindle mower in a wide 42-in. (107-cm) size:
- Resilient four-point mounting system suspends mower from tractor for a smooth and level cut
- Wide mower wheels easily adjusted just above ground level to help prevent scalping
- 0.25-in. (6.4-mm) cut-height increments allow mower to be set at the desired cut height
- Onboard deck-leveling system makes keeping mower properly adjusted easy
- Compatible with optional MulchControl™ mulching system
- Compatible with efficient 7-bu (247-L) two-bag cut-and-throw material collection system
- For use on X330, X350, X354, and X370 Tractors
The 42-in. (107-cm) Accel Deep mower deck is a stamped-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:
- 4.97-in. (12.6-cm) depth throughout the entire deck shell for optimum mowing, mulching, and bagging performance
- Optional lever-action or electric one-touch MulchControl attachment for superior mulching performance and versatility
- Adjustable mower wheels, positioned just above ground level, for reduced scalping
Excellent cut quality
42A Mower
42A Mower
Deep mower-deck stamping gives excellent cut quality. It allows the cut and suspended material room to exit the deck without getting recut:
- Reducing the amount of re-cutting enables more power to be used to cut incoming grass, which greatly improves mower capacity.
- Helps maintain excellent cut quality at faster mowing speeds
Productivity. gets the job done fast
Side-discharge chute on Accel Deep 42A Mower Deck
Deep mower-deck stamping 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 re-cutting so more power is available to process incoming grass:
- Greatly improves mowers capacity to maintain excellent mowing performance in difficult mowing conditions and at higher speeds
Large discharge opening is both high and wide to handle more material:
- Gives a smooth, even discharge of clippings at all mowing speeds
- Reduces the chance of plugging, especially important when operating in wet, thick, or dense grass and when bagging
- Cut-and-throw chute has a large, optimized inlet which aids in collecting material by using airflow from the large deck opening
Cleanliness. for the mower and the operator
Accel Deep 42A Mower Deck
Accel Deep 42A Mower Deck
The flat-top shape of the deck stamping is optimal for keeping itself and the operator clean:
- There are few places to catch and hold material on top and underneath the deck.
- Top of deck stays cleaner, reducing time and effort needed for cleaning and service
- Underside of deck is self-cleaning to maintain optimum performance without buildup of material to interfere with the flow of air and clippings
- Less need to clean and remove buildup of material from underside deck
- Limited amount of material to drift onto the operator and mower deck
- Even flow of material discharged out the chute, less re-cutting results in larger pieces that are less likely to end up on the operator
- Mulching prevents the discharge of material completely and a MulchControl attachment makes mulching a practical solution for most mowing situations.
Cleaning a mower deck, both top and bottom, is one of the most frequent maintenance activities:
- The flat-top design reduces places for material to build up and makes material that does collect easy to remove.
Mower wash port
Mower wash port with hose connector
A wash port is provided to make cleaning the underside of the mower deck easy.
Lever action MulchControl handle
Electric one-touch MulchControl switch
- With the lever-action MulchControl attachment, the MulchControl handle on top of the mower deck is used to engage or disengage mulch mode.
- The operator is required to get off of the tractor in order to engage or disengage mulch mode with the lever-action system.
MulchControl is well-suited to the following mowing situations:
- Usually mulch, but side discharge when grass gets too long
- Usually side-discharge, but would like to be able to close the chute to control clippings
- Always mulch a main lawn, but often side discharge secondary lawns
- Bag clippings, but want to go farther before emptying bags
Superior durability is designed in
Hinged spindle cover on the 42A Mower
Mower wheels are double-captured for durability
The 42A mower deck has strong spindle s, to keep the blades aligned, even after years of tough service:
- Ribs in the deck shell add strength where it is needed.
- The 42A has a 16 percent heavier overall weight than the Edge™ Xtra 42-in. (107-cm) mower deck.
Mower wheels are double-captured:
- Provides greater strength and durability for longer, trouble-free life.
- Single-bolt adjustment makes setting wheels to the correct height for the cutting height quick and easy.
Low-tension belt-drive design reduces the side load on the engines lower bearing and mower deck bearings for longer life.
Rolled outer edge of the deck provides extra strength and protection.
Dual-stage E-coat and powder-paint coatings provide extra protection from rust.
Versatility. easy to change between side discharge, mulch, and bagging modes
Rear MulchControl baffle (A) that must be removed for bagging
Rear MulchControl baffle removed to allow for chute installation
The 42A Mower Deck is designed for excellent versatility:
- The mower’s cut-and-throw design allows bagging with just the addition of the bagger chute, once the special bagging blades have been installed.
- The 42A cut-and-throw chute is easy to install and securely held in place at the front and rear to provide a tight seal between the mower deck and the chute.
- The rear latch is adjustable to allow for the optimum setting for easy use and a tight seal.
- For ultimate side-discharge performance this baffle can be removed.
- Must be removed for installation of the rear bagger chute, a 13-mm (0.51-in.) wrench is required (the bagger chute cannot be installed without removing this baffle)
- Can remain removed for side discharging material
- Must be re-installed for mulching
MulchControl lever action or electric one-touch options
A MulchControl attachment for the 42A Mower Deck 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 the lawn material. Advantages of mulching grass clippings include:
- A beautiful looking lawn
- Grass clippings not blown onto the operator, driveways, or flower beds
- Less fertilizer use
- Elimination of the effort needed to dispose of clippings
How MulchControl works
MulchControl baffle open
MulchControl baffle closed
MulchControl is an innovative, simple design that is easy to use and maintain:
- The MulchControl attachment includes baffles to control the flow of material under the deck.
- When the MulchControl baffle is open, most of the material passes through the discharge opening.
- When the MulchControl baffle is closed, the material stays within the deck and gets chopped into mulch and deposited in the turf.
MulchControl limitations
While in the side-discharge mode, MulchControl will still mulch 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 cutting strong southern grasses, such as Zoysia and Bermuda
- When cutting in wet, high-growth conditions, such as those found in the Pacific Northwest United States
- When optimum bagging and lawn clean-up is desired
- 42A Mower Deck requires a MulchControl baffle be removed to install the bagger chute; see explanation in the Versatility section for more information
Mower blades
Mower blades shipped with the rear bagger chute
High-lift bagging blades are included with the bagger chute. They provide optimum performance when bagging in difficult conditions, such as when the grass is moist, dense, or long:
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Mulching blades are included with the MulchControl attachment. They can be used for mulching, side discharging, and bagging in most conditions.
Mower blade use chart
| Mode(s) of operation | Mower blade |
| Side discharging mode only | M170639 side-discharge blade (shipped with mower) |
| Bagging mode only | GX25668 bagging blade (shipped with BG20754 rear bagger chute) |
| Mulching mode only | M170642 mulching blade (shipped with BM24794 lever-action and BUC10164 electric one-touch MulchControl) |
| Side discharge and mulching | M170642 mulching blade (shipped with BM24794 lever-action and BUC10164 electric one-touch MulchControl) |
| Side discharge and bagging | GX25668 bagging blade (shipped with BG20754 rear bagger chute) |
| Side discharge, mulching, and bagging | M170642 mulching blade (shipped with BM24794 lever-action and BUC10164 electric one-touch MulchControl) |
7-bu (247-L) rear bagger
Optional rear bagger
Lower chute installed
An optional 7-bu (247-L) cut-and-throw rear bagger material collection system (MCS) is available for use with the 42-in. (107-cm) Accel Deep Mower. It provides an efficient means of collecting grass clippings and leaves.
The hopper design provides modern styling, great bagging performance, cleaner operation, and easy-to-empty bags:
- 7-bu (247-L) capacity
- Easy-to-attach lower chute (ordered separately)
- Air exhaust duct
- Convenient spring-latch
- Airflow fill indicator
- Quik-Tatch mounting
- Sealed hopper top
- Loose-knit bags available
Four-year or 300-hour bumper-to-bumper warranty is standard
An exclusive 4-year or 300-hour (whichever comes first), single-source, bumper-to-bumper warranty is standard for all John Deere X300 Series Tractors.
- The warranty is hassle free, with one company handling all of the paperwork.
- Premium features of X300 Series Tractors allow for this longer warranty period, with more coverage than comparable 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.
Power steering and hydraulic lift enable easy operation
Power steering cylinder
Tilt steering lever (X390 and X394 only)
Hydraulic power steering is standard equipment:
- Provides effortless, automotive-like control
- Reduces operator fatigue and increases productivity
- Enables a tight turning radius for great maneuverability
- Adjustable-tilt steering wheel for optimum operator comfort (X390 and X394 Tractor)
Hydraulic lift system is easy to operate
Hydraulic lift
The hydraulic lift control lever is positioned on the dash near the steering wheel for quick, easy, and precise fingertip control of equipment. Implement float, which allows an implement to follow the ground contour, is built into the lift linkage.
Lever-action or electric one-touch MulchControl™ options are available for extra mowing convenience
Lever-action MulchContol lever
Electric one-touch MulchControl switch
Lever-action or electric one-touch MulchControl attachment is available for Accel Deep™ 42-in. (107-cm) (42A), 48-in. (122-cm) (48A), and 54-in. (137-cm) (54A) Mower Decks used on X300 and X500 Select Series™ Tractors.
MulchControl advantages and benefits
MulchControl enhances versatility and productivity. A mower deck equipped with MulchControl not only does an excellent job of mowing and mulching, but it can also be quickly converted from side discharging to mulching or vice versa:
- In mulch mode, it controls clippings dispersion in unwanted areas (driveways, landscape beds, near buildings, Windows, parking lots, etc.).
- Reduces cleanup time needed to dispose of clippings.
- Reduces the amount of material entering a material collection system because, even in the side discharge mode, MulchControl will mulch about one third of the material due to the additional baffles under the mower deck and the unique design of the mulching blades.
Electric MulchControl has the additional advantage of being controlled from the tractor seat by a switch on the dash to operate an electric actuator that moves the baffle to close off the discharge area of the mower deck.
Electric one-touch MulchControl switch
Electric one-touch MulchControl actuator
- Operators can convert between modes without interrupting the mowing process, making it practical to change between modes as conditions require.
- When approaching clean areas like driveways or flowerbeds where clippings would be undesirable
- When a breeze might blow clippings back onto the operator
- For side discharge mowing only the areas of the property where grass is too thick for mulching
- With 48A and 54A Mower Decks, for collecting only the areas of the property where grass is too tall or thick for mulching
- With 48A and 54A Mower Decks, the MulchControl baffle can be opened or closed with the Power Flow™ blower installed. The Power Flow blower will run without material when the baffle is closed.
- Models equipped with a 42A Mower Deck require a MulchControl baffle be removed to install the bagger chute; see 42A Mower Deck versatility explanation for more information.
How MulchControl works
A mower equipped with a MulchControl attachment delivers unprecedented levels of productivity and versatility. The operator has the ability to quickly change between side discharging and mulching. A heavy-duty baffle opens and closes to convert the mower from side discharge mode to mulch mode or vice versa.
MulchControl baffle open (similar mower deck shown)
MulchControl baffle closed (similar mower deck shown)
MulchControl is an innovative, simple design that is easy to use and maintain:
- The MulchControl attachment includes baffles to control the flow of material under the deck.
- When the MulchControl baffle is open, most of the material flows freely out the discharge deflector or into a material collection system.
- When the MulchControl baffle is closed, material stays within the deck and gets chopped into mulch and deposited in the turf.
MulchControl is well-suited to the following mowing situations:
- For operators who usually mulch, but side discharge when grass gets too long
- For operators who usually side discharge, but would like to be able to close the chute to control clippings in some areas
- For operators who always mulch a main lawn, but often side discharge secondary lawns
- For operators who collect clippings, but want to go farther before emptying the material collection system
MulchControl puts the operator in control of the clippings. The operator can have all the benefits of mulching with the ability to easily change to side discharging when desired.
Advantages of MulchControl include:
- Performance is improved.
- Mulching is beneficial because it returns the clippings to the ground as fertilizer, which promotes lawn growth.
- Clippings are much smaller, which allows them to fall into the grass and be removed from view.
- Unsightly grass clippings are not blown onto driveways or into flower beds.
- Fertilizer use is reduced and provides associated environmental benefits.
- Operators can convert quickly between modes, making it possible to change between mulching and side discharging as conditions require.
- Mulching heavy, thick material can significantly reduce mower productivity. The ability to switch from mulch to side discharge mode ensures productivity, especially in grass too tall or thick to mulch effectively.
- Controlling clipping dispersion reduces cleanup time.
MulchControl limitations
While in the side discharge mode, MulchControl will still mulch 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 cutting strong southern grasses, such as Zoysia and Bermuda
- When cutting in wet, high growth conditions, such as those found in the Pacific Northwest United States
- When optimum bagging and lawn cleanup is desired
- 42A Mower Deck requires a MulchControl baffle be removed to install the bagger chute
MulchControl compatibility
Each MulchControl attachment includes everything needed: baffles and mulch blades for all attachments, and the actuator, wiring, and switches for the electric one-touch attachments.
Lever-action MulchControl attachments
| Attachment number | Description | Applications |
| BM24794 | 42A MulchControl (lever action) | X300 Series Tractors, Z300 Series ZTrak™ Mowers |
| BM24993 | 48A MulchControl (lever action) | X300 and X500 Series Tractors, Z300 and Z500 Series ZTrak Mowers |
| BM24994 | 54A MulchControl (lever action) | X300 and X500 Series Tractors, Z300 and Z500 Series ZTrak Mowers |
Electric one-touch MulchControl attachments
| Attachment number | Description | Applications |
| BUC10164 | 42A electric one-touch MulchControl | X300 Series Tractors |
| BUC10165 | 48A electric one-touch MulchControl | X300 and X500 Series Tractors |
| BUC10166 | 54A electric one-touch MulchControl | 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.
Snow removal is a strength of lawn tractors
44-in. (112-cm) Front Blade
Snow blower, weather enclosure, and chains on an X300 Series Tractor
An advantage of lawn tractors is their ability to use equipment 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:
- 44-in. (112-cm) Snow Blower
- 44-in. (112-cm) Front Blade
- 48-in. (122-cm) Front Blade (X394 Tractor only)
- Tire chains or TerraGrip traction belts
- Weather enclosure (available for all X300 Series, except the X350R)
- Weights
Integrated hydrostatic transaxle efficiently transmits power to wheels
Kanzaki® K46 transaxle (X330, X350, X354) Kansaki K57 transaxle (X370)
Kanzaki K58 transaxle (X380, X384, X390, X394)
The Tuff Torq® hydrostatic transaxle encloses the hydrostatic pump and motor rotator groups in the same housing with the differential and axle housings. This design is very efficient and reduces the number of sealing surfaces to minimize the potential for leakage.
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:
- Use of the latest valve designs has significantly reduced the sound level.
- Large pump and motor rotating groups ensure long life and efficient operation.
Freewheeling valve
Freewheeling valve
A freewheeling valve control is conveniently located near the tractor rear hitch plate for good visibility and easy operation.
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Controls are convenient and easy to find
Convenient operator station
Separate throttle and choke controls
The contoured dash has clean, attractive styling and ergonomic controls for easy use:
- Controls are color coded for easy identification by the operator.
- Controls are logically placed and easy to reach.
- The power take-off (PTO) switch allows the operator to get fingers underneath it, like a T-handle, to pull up for easy activation.
- The reverse implement option (RIO) switch is a yellow button.
- The hydraulic-lift control and the park brake latch are pivot levers for low effort.
- Cruise control activation is handled by an automotive-style button.
- Separate engine speed and choke controls make starting and warming up the engine easier in cold weather.
- The choke lever is spring loaded to eliminate the chance the tractor will be unintentionally operated with the choke partially closed.
Functional design of the throttle and choke controls provides good appearance and a comfortable feel.
Easy-to-use key switch and controls
Tilt steering lever (X390 and X394 only)
- The hydraulic-lift control and the park brake latch are pivot levers for low effort.
- Cruise control activation is handled by an automotive-style button.
- Separate engine speed and choke controls make starting and warming up the engine easier in cold weather.
- The choke lever is spring loaded to eliminate the chance the tractor will be unintentionally operated with the choke partially closed.
Display panel
Display panel illustration with descriptions
Display panel
Instrument display has the look and feel of a modern automobile. A power-up sequence cycles lights and gauges to indicate they are working:
- Display features dark-cockpit design to minimize operator distractions.
- Display is back lit for night visibility.
- Night visibility is especially useful with snow blower use.
- Target-zone graphics inform the operator of the engine speed range to use for best cut quality.
- Damage can be prevented and repair costs reduced by addressing problems early.
- The indicators are also useful to identify the reasons the PTO or engine may have shut off when an interlock is unsatisfied.
- Onboard diagnostics provides trouble codes for use by trained technicians.
- For example, a technician will be able to test switch functionality and circuit continuity without tools.
Twin Touch™ foot control
Twin Touch foot control
Cruise control
Twin Touch foot pedals control the speed and direction of travel:
- Automotive-type accelerator control ensures easy operation.
- Operator can change direction without lifting foot off the platform.
- Large pedal surface gives superior operator comfort.
Cruise control
Cruise control is standard equipment:
- To engage, push the cruise-control button and hold until the foot is removed from the forward pedal.
- For emergency stop, the cruise control can be released by pushing on the brake pedal or the forward pedal.
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Mower deck height adjustment
Conveniently-located deck height adjustment knob
Mower cut-height adjusting knob
A rotary dial knob makes adjusting the mower cut height quick and easy:
- Provides mower cut heights in 0.25-in. (6.4-cm) increments from 1 in. (2.5 cm) to 4 in. (10.2 cm)
- Returns the mower deck to the same preset height each time it is lowered
Storage tray under tractor seat
Exact Adjust tool used to level mower deck
Storage for the onboard deck-leveling gauge and the Exact Adjust tool is provided in the storage tray under the tractor’s seat.
- Exact Adjust ports allow for easy and accurate leveling of the mower deck for optimum mowing performance.
Deck-leveling gauge placed under deck
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.
Parking brake control
Parking brake
Depressing the brake pedal applies internal wet-disk brakes (increased durability and longer life) for safe stopping.
A parking brake control is conveniently located for easy access; it holds the brake pedal securely in locked position.
Electric power take-off (PTO) clutch is easy and convenient to use
Electric PTO switch
The heavy-duty electric PTO clutch is operated with a convenient dash-mounted switch.
Heavy-duty PTO clutch
PTO clutch
The PTO clutch is designed to operate through many on/off cycles.
Reverse implement option (RIO)
Reverse implement switch
Mower engagement power take-off (PTO) switch
Using RIO
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.
- Stop forward travel. Allow attachment to run.
- Look down and behind the machine to be sure that there are no bystanders.
- Push and hold in the reverse implement switch while depressing the reverse pedal slightly.NOTE: If the attachment stops while positioning the machine, return mower engagement (PTO) switch to off position. Repeat this procedure from the beginning.
- Release the reverse implement switch and reposition the machine as the machine begins to move rearward.
- Resume forward travel. The attachment should continue operating.
- Repeat procedure to position the machine again.
Frame is reliable heavy-duty welded steel
Welded, heavy-duty frame
The frame is made of heavy formed and welded steel, reinforced in critical areas for even greater strength:
- The frame is formed from 12-gauge, 0.105-in. (2.66-mm) thick material for long life.
- Standard front bumper and hitch plate are formed from 9-gauge, 0.15-in. (3.8-mm) steel and complete the frame assembly.
- Rear hitch plate can support two 42-lb (19-kg) Quik-Tatch weights.
- Weight bracket is built into the frame of two-wheel-steer models.
- Four-wheel-steer models require the optional weight bracket.
Front axle and wheel spindles are heavy-duty
Cast-iron front axle
Front axle is made of nodular cast iron:
- Cast-iron front axle is strong and shock-resistant.
- Cast iron will not yield under heavy loads or impact.
A replaceable bushing is used at axle mounting:
- The bushing provides excellent wear resistance.
- Grease fittings at each spindle are easy to service.
Front steering spindles
Steering spindle
Front steering spindle diameter is 0.75 in. (19 mm) for strength and long life:
- Have strength to handle heavy implements
- Provide long life at bearing surfaces
- Use sealed precision bearings in front wheels
Rear equipment-mounting system is heavy-duty and easy to use
Rear equipment mounting system
A heavy-duty equipment mounting system is used:
- Includes strong frame mounts with a combination of mounting holes in the tractor hitch plate that accept pins or shoulder bolts to support heavy rear-mounted equipment.
- Easily attach optional equipment to the tractor
- Can bear the load of heavy rear-mounted equipment, such as material collection systems
Modern styling with functional design enhances appearance and performance
Attractive styling
Hood air-intake louvers
Smooth, rounded contours present a modern, styled appearance:
- Hood styling incorporates efficient full-length air-intake louvers on each side, rather than on the top.
- Cooler engine operation
- Lower operator station sound levels
- Reduces sound
- Will not rust or dent
Two high-quality headlights give excellent visibility
Optimum lighting pattern
Headlights are standard equipment on all models:
- Two 27-W bulbs provide excellent lighting for good visibility during evening operation.
- A headlight position on the ignition switch makes it easy to operate the headlights.
- The headlights are designed to provide an optimum lighting pattern for mowing and snow removal.
Operator station is comfortable and convenient
Operator station
Operator station
The operator station is designed for operator comfort and ease of using controls:
- A large, 14-in. (36-cm) diameter steering wheel is comfortable to use and minimizes steering effort.
- Full-length foot mats provide comfort for the operator and protect the footrest area.
Comfortable seat
Comfortable open-back seat
An open-back 15-in. (38-cm) high-back seat provides a comfortable, smooth ride and good support for the operator:
- Seat travel of 7 in. (18 cm) with 15 positions allows the operator to be seated comfortably and easily operate the controls.
- Seat can be easily adjusted fore and aft by the operator while sitting on the seat.
- Open-back design allows air circulation to keep the operator’s back cool and dry for a more comfortable ride.
- Grasp at the top of the seat is conveniently located for use when tilting the seat up to protect it from the weather.
Seat suspension
Seat suspension
The seat suspension is adjustable, without tools, for the weight of the operator:
- Springs are adjustable fore and aft to any of three positions.
- No tools require
- Allows fine-tuning of the suspension for the operator’s weight
- Back position for more support for heavier operators
- Can be used to store gloves, small tools, etc.
- Provides storage location for Exact Adjust tool and deck-leveling gauge (tool and depth-leveling gauge not shown in photo)
Cup holder
Cup holder and tool tray on fender
A cup holder and tool tray are located on the fender for operator convenience:
- The cup holder holds a variety of container sizes.
- Tool tray provides convenient storage.
- Cup holder and tool tray are constructed of durable acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) plastic.
Removable plug for optional 12-V outlet
Location for optional 12-V outlet
A removable plug on the console, in front of the operator, provides a convenient location for the optional 12-V outlet and makes installation easy.
- Convenient for plugging in cell phone charger and other electric devices
- Can be used to operate electric rear equipment, such as a sprayer or spreader
12-V fast connector
Illustration of fast connector location
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 four-cavity connector includes battery, ground, and key switch terminals and is turned on and off with the ignition switch.
Serviceability is convenient with easy-open hood
One-piece hood is easy to open
Service interval decal located under hood
The one-piece hood opens easily to permit checking and servicing the engine:
- Important service points are located within easy reach.
- A service-interval decal is provided inside the tractor hood for convenience when servicing the tractor.
- The high-quality engine used in the X300 Series does not require an 8-hour oil and filter change because improvements in the manufacturing process and quality of parts, components, and oils have eliminated the need for the short interval oil change requirement.
Easy-to-service engine fuel and oil filters
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.
Exact Adjust ports and onboard deck-leveling tools make precise deck adjustments easy
Deck-leveling gauge and hex adjusting tool stored under tractor seat
Exact Adjust access holes
A mower deck must be level side-to-side and properly adjusted front-to-rear to give the best cutting performance. A removable onboard deck-leveling gauge and a hex-key tool are provided to make adjustment easy. 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:
- There is no need to reach under the fender deck while making the mower-level adjustment.
- Onboard deck-leveling gauge, Exact Adjust ports, and the hex tool work together.
- Level the mower deck side to side
- Set the correct amount of rake (front-to-back deck orientation)
- Calibrate the cutting height to the cut-height adjusting knob setting
- To give the best cut, mower level should be adjusted if alternately mowing with and without blower installed. The Exact Adjust feature makes this easy.
Deck-leveling tool placed under deck
Using included ball-hex tool to level mower deck
Consult the operator’s manual for the correct adjusting procedures for each tractor model. Basic adjusting steps to properly level the mower deck include:
- Park the tractor on a level surface.
- Inflate tires to the correct pressure.
- Consult the label for the cutting-height knob that is located on the console of the machine. This label shows deck-leveling position and location of deck-leveling adjustment points.
Cut height adjusting knob
- Set mower cutting-height knob to the correct deck-leveling position.
- For X300 models, use position 2.75
- For all other models, use position 2.5
- Left- and right-rear adjustment points are under the deck rim near the rear mower wheels, if equipped.
- Loosen rear nuts equally on each side of front lift rod.
- Turn front nut equally on each side clockwise to raise front of mower or counterclockwise to lower it until gauge just slips under the front adjustment point.
- Tighten rear nuts after adjustment is complete.
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.
The MowerPlus™ app helps maintain the tractor and lawn
MowerPlus app screen
MowerPlus app maintenance screen
Keep a John Deere riding lawn mower running its best and know how it mows with the John Deere MowerPlus app. Simply scan the lawn tractor’s barcode to get custom information. The app helps determine the best time to mow, communicates expert pre-mow tips, offers maintenance reminders, and provides walk-through guides.
Look for the MowerPlus app on the mobile device’s app store.
The app supports residential lawn equipment such as 100 Series, S240, X300, X500, X700, Z200 through Z600, and many similarly-sized older products. It does not presently support tractor models numbered 1000 and larger, such as 1025R.
NOTE: Some product image variation may exist.
Also available is the John Deere MowerPlus Smart connector (sold separately).
Smart connector
The John Deere MowerPlus Smart connector wirelessly links a Select Series™ X300 or X500 Tractor to the MowerPlus app on a mobile device. The Smart connector transmits engine usage to the app, making it easy to track maintenance intervals. It also transmits the fuel level to the app—when thinking ahead about Saturday morning mowing, the operator can make sure the tractor is fueled and ready to go.
Specifications
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| 18.5 hp13.8 kW |
| FS600V |
| K57 hydrostatic integrated with transaxle |
| Twin Touch™ pedals |
| 20×10-8 |
| Power, hydraulic |
| Hydraulic |
| Accel Deep™ mower deck, 42 in.107 cm |
| 4 year/300 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.) |
| 18.5 hp13.8 kW |
| 36.8 cu in.603 cc |
| FS600V |
| Overhead valve, full-pressure lube, oil filter |
| V-twin, cast-iron liners |
| Mechanical |
| Separate levers, automatic choke return |
| Air |
| Dry, replaceable with foam precleaner |
| No tools |
| Gasoline |
| Pulse pump, carburetor |
| Gauge on dash |
| Rear |
| On left fender, 3 in.7.6 cm |
| 3.3 U.S. gal.12.5 L |
| 12 V340 CCA |
| Flywheel alternator, regulated, 15 amp |
| Bendix |
| Yes |
| Two standard, incandescent, 27 W |
| No |
| No |
| No |
| Optional |
| K57 hydrostatic integrated with transaxle |
| Twin Touch™ pedals |
| Yes, button on dash |
| Fins and fan on transaxle |
| Internal, replaceable |
| No |
| 0-5.8 mph0-9.3 km/h |
| 0-3.5 mph0-5.6 km/h |
| Internal wet disc |
| Welded heavy-duty |
| E-coat/powder |
| Standard rear, optional front |
| No |
| Cast iron front axle, front wheel ball bearings |
| Metal, replaceable |
| 15×6-6 |
| 20×10-8 |
| Molded-in color hood material reduces sound, will not rust or dent |
| Stamped steel |
| Sure-grip rubber |
| On fender and under seat |
| Yes |
| No |
| Yes |
| Yes, heavy duty |
| Power, hydraulic |
| Not available on this model |
| Large, 14 in.35.6 cm |
| No |
| 22 in.55.9 cm |
| 30 in.76 cm |
| Open-back design with grasp |
| 15 in.38.1 cm |
| No |
| While seated, slide rail, 14-position, 7 in.17.8 cm |
| Tilt, two coil springs, three-position no-tools adjustment for operator weight |
| Hydraulic |
| No |
| 13 positions, 1-4 in.2.5-10.2 cm |
| 0.25 in.0.64 cm |
| Yes |
| Side discharge |
| Accel Deep™ mower deck, 42 in.107 cm |
| Stamped steel deck shell |
| 12 gauge0.105 in.2.7 mm |
| Yes |
| Electric power take-off (PTO) clutch, in-line belt |
| Two |
| Four-position, tool required |
| Exact Adjust ports and onboard deck-leveling gauge |
| Slide under tractor |
| Attached with spring pins at two points |
| Two pins and spring clips |
| No |
| Single belt |
| Yes |
| Yes |
| Reverse Implement Option (RIO) |
| Yes |
| Hydraulic power lift for superior convenience and ease of usePower steering for exceptional maneuverability and comfortOne-piece hood for easy service access, molded-in color hood material reduces sound and will not rust or dentDurable E-coat primer and powder-paint finish |
| 4 year/300 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.) |
| 42A (standard) |
| 2-bag, 7 bu247 L |
| Yes, MulchControl™ |
| 38, 46, 54 in.96.5, 116.8, 137.2 cm |
| 44 in.111.8 cm |
| Two-stage, 44 in.111.8 cm |
| Tow-behind, 15 U.S. gal.56.8 LTow-behind, 25 U.S. gal.94.6 LMounted, 25 U.S. gal. |
| Tow-behind, 125 lb57.7 kgTow-behind, 175 lb79.4 kgMounted, 125 lb |
| Styled bumper option |
| Yes |
| Weather enclosure |
| Yes |
| Yes, double bucket |
| Lawn striping kit |
| 40 in.101.6 cm |
| 16 |
| 47 in.120 cm |
| 72 in.182.9 cm |
| 49.4 in.125.5 cm |
| 50.5 in.128 cm |
| 50.5 in.128 cm |
| 38 in.96.5 cm |
| Mower, no fuel, 570 lb259 kg |
.9% APR fixed rate for 48 months 1
on New John Deere X300 Select Series Lawn Tractors
- 1.9% APR fixed rate for 48 months 1 OR
- 4.9% APR fixed rate for 60 months 2 OR
- No Interest if Paid in Full within 9 Months 3
- Offers available 02 May 2023 through 31 July 2023
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on Residential Lawn Tractors
- Only valid for purchases made through Buy Online.
- May be combined with other promotions.
- Offer available 02 May 2023 through 31 October 2023.
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2 Offer valid on qualifying purchases made 02 May 2023 through 31 July 2023. Subject to approved credit on a Revolving Plan account, a service of John Deere Financial, f.s.b. For consumer use only. No down payment required. 4.9% APR is for 60 months only, regular Revolving Plan rates will apply after that. The regular Revolving Plan rate, which varies over time, is currently 23.0% APR (as of 01 May 2023). Available at participating U.S. dealers. and models may vary by dealer. Offer available on new equipment and in the U.S. only. and savings in U.S. dollars.
3 Offer valid on qualifying purchases made 02 May 2023 through 31 July 2023. Subject to approved credit on a Revolving Plan account, a service of John Deere Financial, f.s.b. For consumer use only. No down payment required. Interest will be charged to your account from the purchase date at 17.90% APR if the purchase balance is not paid in full within 9 months or if your account is otherwise in default. Available at participating U.S. dealers. and models may vary by dealer. Offer available on new equipment and in the U.S. only. and savings in U.S. dollars.
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Utility Cart, 7P Poly. LP21935
7P Poly Utility Cart
Every owner of a John riding lawn and garden product is a potential customer for a high-quality, affordable utility cart. Utility carts can be used to haul a variety of materials including firewood, lawn debris, sand, dirt, mulch, garden tools, plants, and bushes.
Utility carts are designed, painted, and decaled to be compatible with other John Deere equipment.
NOTE: For proper braking and operation, the loaded weight of the cart should never exceed the weight of the tractor, or other towing unit, plus the operator. The loaded weight of any equipment towed by an EZtrak™ or ZTrak™ mower should not exceed 250 lb (113.4 kg). See the appropriate vehicle pages for the weight of the vehicle and the mower deck.
7P Poly Utility Cart
Compression molding process allows polyethylene to be the optimum thickness in all areas for superior strength and durability.
0.75-in. (2-cm) x 2-in. (5-cm) stake s are molded in to make the addition of side extensions easy.
Two vertical 0.75-in. (2-cm) molded channels on each side allow easy use of dividers to separate the box into two or three compartments.
Ribs in the box bottom add strength and prevent the shovel from hitting bolts when emptying the cart.
Pneumatic tires provide turf tread for good flotation, shock absorption, and minimal rolling resistance.
7P Utility Cart wheel
Wheels are mounted on a solid, one-piece axle for durability.
Iron and Oilite® wheel bearings with grease fittings provide lubrication for long life.
The pneumatic tires offer the following:
Sloped tailgate
A sloped tailgate design makes emptying the box easier; there is no tailgate to loosen or remove.
Tractor hitch
A large-diameter hitch pin provides plenty of strength:
- Fast, easy attachment to the tractor hitch
- Spring pin to ensure the pin stays in place
Tilt latch
Tilt latch
An easy-to-use, spring-loaded dump latch allows tilting the box for easier unloading. A steep dump angle makes emptying the cart easier.
Model comparison chart
Comparison with similar models
| Model | Order through | Box capacity (heaped) | Material thickness | Maximum weight | Vehicle compatibility |
| 7P | Order Zone | 7 cu ft (0.20 m 3 ) | High-density polyethylene (HDPE) | 450 lb (204 kg) | EZtrak, ZTrak, 100 Series, S240, X300 Series, X500 Series, X700 Series |
| 8Y | Order Zone | 8 cu ft (0.22 m 3 ) | HDPE | 300 lb (136 kg) (tow) | 100 Series, S240, X300 Series, X500 Series, X700 Series |
| 10P | Order Zone | 10 cu ft (0.28 m 3 ) | Polypropylene | 650 lb (295 kg) | EZtrak, ZTrak, 100 Series, S240, X300 Series, X500 Series, X700 Series |
| 13 | Order Zone | 13 cu ft (0.37 m 3 ) | 16-gauge, 0.06-in. (1.5-mm) steel | 1,000 lb (454 kg) | 100 Series, S240, X300 Series, X500 Series, X700 Series |
| 16YS | Order Zone | 17 cu ft (0.48 m 3 ) | Polypropylene | 800 lb (363 kg), 350 lb (158 kg) when using swivel feature to dump | 100 Series, S240, X300 Series, X500 Series, X700 Series |
| 17P | Order Zone | 17 cu ft (0.48 m 3 ) | Polypropylene | 1,000 lb (454 kg) | 100 Series, S240, X300 Series, X500 Series, X700 Series |
| 18 | Order Zone | 18 cu ft (0.51 m 3 ) | 16-gauge, 0.06-in. (1.5-mm) steel | 1,000 lb (454 kg) | 100 Series, S240, X300 Series, X500 Series, X700 Series |
| 21 | Order Zone | 21 cu ft (0.59 m 3 ) | 16-gauge, 0.06-in. (1.5-mm) steel | 1,000 lb (454 kg) | X700 Series |
The total weight of the cart and payload. For proper braking and operation, the loaded weight of the cart should never exceed the weight of the tractor, or other towing unit, plus the operator. The loaded weight of any equipment towed by an EZtrak or ZTrak mower should not exceed 250 lb (113.4 kg). The maximum weight for the 21 Utility Cart is rated at 20 mph (32.2 km/h).
HDPE is compression molded for optimum thickness in all areas and maximum durability.