JD 185 Engine Specifications
Engine Model – Kawasaki FC540V
Type – Single-cylinder air cooled 4-stroke gasoline engine
Number of Cylinders – 1
Displacement, cu in (L) – 32,6 (0,534)
Engine Bore, in (mm) – 3,50 (89,0)
Engine Stroke, in (mm) – 3,38 (86,0)
Rated Engine Power, hp (kW) – 17,0 (12,7)
Rated Engine Speed, rpm – 3350
Maximum Torque, Nm (ft-lbs) – 36,7 (27,1)
Carburetor – Float type with fixed main jet
Cooling system – Forced-air
Ignition system – Flywheel magneto transistor type
Lubricating system – Full pressurized
Starting system – Electric starter (shift type)
PTO shaft rotation – Counterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)
Spark plug – NGK BPR5ES
Spark plug gap, in (mm) – 0,028-0,031 (0,7-0,8)
Ignition coil air gap, in (mm) – 0,012 (0,3)
Intake valve clearance, in (mm) – 0,006 (0,15)
Exhaust valve clearance, in (mm) – 0,006 (0,15)
Fuel Tank Capacity, gal (L) – 2,2 (8,3)
Oil Capacity, qts (L) – 1,7 (1,6)
Electrical System Rating, Volts – 12
Charging System – Flywheel alternator
Charging, Amps – 15
Power Take-Off
Power Take-Off – Front
PTO Operational Type – Independent
PTO Clutch – Electric
John Deere 185 Transmission
Transmission Model – Sundstrand Transaxle
Transmission Type – Hydrostatic
Speeds – Infinite forward and reverse
Forward Travel Speed, mph (kph) – 0-8,0 (0-5,0)
Reverse Travel Speed, mph (kph) – 0-4,0 (0-2,5)
Service Brake – Integral mechanical transmission disc
Transmission Oil Capacity, qts (L) – 0,75 (0,7)
John Deere 185 Wheels and Tires
Drive Wheels – 2WD
Steering Configuration – Front steer
Steering System – Manual sector and pinion
Front Tire Size – 15×6.00-6
Rear Tire Size (with 38″ Mower Deck) – 18×8.50-8
Rear Tire Size (with 46″ Mower Deck) – 20×10.00-8
JD 185 Dimensions and Weight
Wheelbase, in (mm) – 44,7 (1130)
Length, in (mm) – 66,0 (1670)
Height, in (mm) – 39,8 (1010)
Weight (with 38″ Mower Deck), lb (kg) – 625 (285)
Weight (with 46″ Mower Deck), lb (kg) – 645 (295)
John Deere 185 Attachments
38-inch Mower Deck
Mower Deck Type – Mid-mount
Number of Blades – 2
Cutting width, in (mm) – 38 (960)
Overall width, in (mm) – 49,7 (1260)
Cutting height, in (mm) – 1,0-4,0 inch (20-100)
Lift – Manual
46-inch Mower Deck
Mower Deck Type – Mid-mount
Number of Blades – 3
Cutting width, in (mm) – 46 (1160)
Overall width, in (mm) – 57 (1440)
Cutting height, in (mm) – 1,0-4,0 inch (20-100)
Lift – Manual
38-inch Snow blower
Snowblower Type – One-stage, Front-mount
Clearing width, in (mm) – 38 (960)
Lift – Manual
Front Blade
Blade Model – 2690M
Blade Type – Front-mount
Width, in (mm) – 42,0 (1060)
Height, in (mm) – 15,0 (380)
Lift height, in (mm) – 5,0 (120)
Cut depth, in (mm) – 1,0 (20)
Weight, lb (kg) – 62 (28)
Lift – Manual
Angle – Manual