JD 260 Engine Technical Data
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) – 3,0 (11,4)
Oil Capacity, qts (L) – 1,7 (1,6)
Electrical System Rating, Volts – 12
Charging System – Flywheel alternator
Charging, Amps – 15
John Deere 260 Transmission
Transmission Model – Kanzaki Tuff Torq Transaxle
Transmission Type – Belt-driven gear
Number of Forward Speeds – 6
Number of Reverse Speeds – 1
Transmission Oil Capacity, qts (L) – 3,4 (3,2)
Maximum Speed Forward, mph (kph) – 7,0 (11,3)
Service Brake – Expanding mechanical shoe
John Deere 260 Wheels and Tires
Drive Wheels – 2WD
Steering Configuration – Front steer
Steering System – Manual enclosed recirculating ball
Front Tire Size – 16×6.50-8
Rear Tire Size – 23×10.50-12
JD 260 Dimensions and Weight
Wheelbase, in (mm) – 47,9 (1210)
Length, in (mm) – 71,5 (1810)
Height, in (mm) – 43,6 (1100)
Overall Width, in (mm) – 41,5 (1050)
Weight, lb (kg) – 605 (273)
John Deere 260 Attachments
Front Blade
Blade Type – Front-mount
Width, in (mm) – 46,0 (1160)
Height, in (mm) – 17,0 (430)
Lift height, in (mm) – 5,0 (120)
Cut depth, in (mm) – 3,0 (70)
Weight, lb (kg) – 110 (49)
Lift – Manual
Angle – Manual
42″ Snow blower
Snowblower Model – JD 3250M
Type – One-stage, Front-mount
Clearing width, in (mm) – 42 (1060)
Clearing height, in (mm) – 17 (430)
Overall width, in (mm) – 43 (1090)
Lift – Manual
Weight, lb (kg) – 175 (79)
46″ 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) – 1,5-4,0 inch (30-100)
Lifting – Mechanical
Weight, lb (kg) – 125 (56)