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The John Deere JS45 is the top-model walk behind, self driven lawnmower of those offered by John Deere. It is powered by a 4 cycle 190cc Briggs & Stratton engine that has 8.75 lb-ft of gross torque. The Fresh Start fuel tank cap contains fuel stabilizer that drips into the tank to ensure fresh fuel and quick starts at all times and overhead valve design gives more efficient engine operation. The MowMentum Drive System gives you infinite speed adjustments from 0 to 3.6 mph by pivoting the handle control. The 3-in-1 blade provies outstanding cutting performance and is designed to be used with any of the three grass-clipping handling options; side-discharge, mulching or bagging. Unlike other the other mowers in this line, the JS45 has lockable front caster wheels to give this mower a zero-turning-radius. Also unique to this model is individual wheel height adjustements from 1.25" to 4".
MSRP $529.00
Release date October, 2008
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It has built in safety features like the zone-start system which requires that the engine be started from behind the handle bar, and the blade is designed to stop when the control handle is released. The wheels themselves are made of high-impact plastic with a molded rubber tread for superior traction and long life. The handlebar has conveniently located controls for easy operation, and can be easily adjusted or folded down for compact storage or transport.
Engine Specifications
- Manufacturer: Briggs & Stratton
- Power: 8.75 lb-ft gross torque per SAE J1940
- Displacement: 11.6 cu in. (190 cc)
- Type: 4 cycle, OHV
- Throttle control: Fixed speed
- Electric start: No
- Operator presence: Yes
- Zone: Yes
- BBC: N/A
Mower Specifications
- Deck: 21-in. steel
- Discharge: 3-in-1
- Side Discharge: Standard
- Bag: Standard, 2 1/2 bu
- Mulch: Standard
- Transmission: Variable speed
- Wheels: 8x2 front caster, 9x2 rear
- Wheel adjusters: Individual at wheels
- U.S. Warranty: 2 year
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Pros
- self-propelled, rear wheel drive system
- matches your walking speed automatically
- side discharge, rear bag or mulch settings
- height adjustable
- 2-year warranty
Cons
- deck height adjustment needs to be done on each wheel individually
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July 16, 2009
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- self-powered
- side-discharge, mulching or bagging
- height adjustment from 1.25" to 4"
- powerful
- front wheels on casters - easy to maneuver
- 2-year warranty
Cons
- height adjustment is per individual wheel
- caster wheels make for an odd aesthetic
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July 28, 2009
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
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- caster wheels make for an odd aesthetic
- crankshaft bends EASILY and is NOT covered by warranty
- wheel adjustments are difficult, need better design
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- self-powered
- side-discharge, mulching or bagging
- front wheels on casters - easy to maneuver
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