1989 - 1993
| 1989 - 1993 |
| Lawn tractor |
Series:
| Series: | STX30 | → STX38 |
1989 - 1997
| 1989 - 1997 |
| Model year 1989-19931994-1997 |
| Lawn tractor |
Series:
| Series: | STX30 ← | STX38 Yellow Deck |
| | STX38 ↓ |
Production
| Production |
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Type | Lawn tractor |
| Factory | Horicon, Wisconsin, USA |
| Original price | $2,350 (1993 ) |
| Two basic versions of the STX38 were the original "yellow-deck" from 1989 to 1993, and the later "black-deck" from 1994 to 1997. The STX38 yellow-deck model was available with more features than the later black-deck version. A kit (AM107293) was optional to add headlights. |
John Deere STX38 Engine
| John Deere STX38 Engine |
| 12.5HP Kohler 398cc 1-cyl gasoline |
| Fuel tank | 1.25 gal
4.7 L |
| Engine details ... |
John Deere STX38 Transmission
| John Deere STX38 Transmission |
| 5-speed gear |
| Transmission details ... |
Mechanical
| Mechanical |
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
| Steering | manual sector-and-pinion |
| Brakes | integral mechanical disc |
| Cab | Open operator station with foam-padded seat. |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Power Take-off (PTO) |
| Rear PTO | electric |
Dimensions & Tires
| Dimensions & Tires |
| Wheelbase | 44.69 inches
113 cm |
| Weight | 433 lbs
196 kg |
| Front tire | 13x6.5-6 |
| Rear tire | 18x8.5-8 |
| Full dimensions and tires ... |
STX38 Serial Numbers
| STX38 Serial Numbers |
| 1989 | 595001 (yellow deck) |
| 1990 | 010001 (yellow deck) |
| 1991 | 100001 (yellow deck) |
| 1992 | 135001 (yellow deck) |
| 1993 | 160001 (yellow deck) |
| 1994 | 210001 (black deck) |
| 1995 | 240001 (black deck) |
| 1996 | 270001 (black deck) |
| 1997 | 290001 (black deck) |
| 1996 | 270001 (Motorsport) |
| 1997 | 290001 (Motorsport) |
FAQ: How to read a serial number table.
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STX38 Serial Location
| STX38 Serial Location |
|
| Serial number decal on the lower-rear of the the John Deere STX38, near the drawbar. |
Electrical
| Electrical |
| Ground | negative |
| Charging system | flywheel alternator |
| Charging amps | 15 |
| Battery CCA | 200 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
Production
| Production |
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Type | Lawn tractor |
| Factory | Horicon, Wisconsin, USA |
| The STX30 was the smallest lawn tractor in the John Deere line during its production. Front headlights lights were available as a kit (AM107293). |
John Deere STX30 Engine
| John Deere STX30 Engine |
| 9HP Kohler 398cc 1-cyl gasoline |
| Fuel tank | 1.25 gal
4.7 L |
| Engine details ... |
1989 - 1993
Series:
Engine Detail
| Engine Detail |
| Kohler CF12.5-1216S |
| gasoline |
| 1-cylinder |
| air-cooled vertical-shaft |
| Displacement | 398 cc
24.3 ci |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.425x2.638 inches
87 x 67 mm |
| Power | 9 hp
6.7 kW |
| Air cleaner | paper and foam |
| Compression | 8.9:1 |
| Idle RPM | 1350-3350 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Sparkplug | Champion RC12YC |
| Sparkplug gap | 0.040 inches
1.016 mm |
Engine Oil
| Engine Oil |
| |
| Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
| Oil change | 50 h
|
John Deere STX30 Transmission
| John Deere STX30 Transmission |
| 5-speed gear |
| Transmission details ... |
1989 - 1993
Series:
Transmission
| Transmission |
| Transmission | Peerless 920 |
| Type | belt-driven gear |
| Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
| Oil change | sealed unit, owner service is not recommended
|
Speeds
Mechanical
| Mechanical |
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
| Steering | manual sector-and-pinion |
| Brakes | integral mechanical disc |
| Cab | Open operator station with foam-padded seat. |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Power Take-off (PTO) |
| Mid PTO | independent |
| Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires
| Dimensions & Tires |
| Wheelbase | 44.69 inches
113 cm |
| Weight | 417 lbs
189 kg |
| Front tire | 13x5-6 |
| Rear tire | 18x6.5-8 |
| Full dimensions and tires ... |
1989 - 1993
Series:
John Deere STX30 Tires
| John Deere STX30 Tires |
| Lawn/turf front | 13x5-6 |
| Lawn/turf rear | 18x6.5-8 |
STX30 Serial Numbers
| STX30 Serial Numbers |
| 1989 | 595001 |
| 1990 | 010001 |
| 1991 | 100001 |
| 1992 | 135001 |
| 1993 | 160000 |
| Final | 210000 |
FAQ: How to read a serial number table.
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STX30 Serial Location
| STX30 Serial Location |
|
| Serial number decal on the rear of the tractor, behind the left wheel. |
Electrical
| Electrical |
| Ground | negative |
| Charging system | flywheel alternator |
| Charging amps | 15 |
| Battery CCA | 200 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
