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2012 John Deere X729 Ultimate Tractor 48" Deck
Unlimited possibilities. Ultimate comfort.
Till the garden at the crack of dawn or dig in with four-wheel drive and load mulch. Re-do the front yard, the back yard or your neighbor's yard. Out of all the Select Series, the X729 does more work, all day, all year.
Every comfort and convenience is built-in, every point is reinforced, and every option, from a rear PTO to additional hydraulics, is on the table.
The X729 is the ultimate John Deere, drive one and you'll understand.
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Features
All
Important advantages for superior mowing performance and equipment versatility.
Engine is smooth-running and reliable V-twin liquid-cooled design.
Fuel tank has a large 5.2-U.S. gallon capacity.
Hydrostatic drive system is easy to operate.
Full-time four-wheel drive for superior traction.
Twin Touch™ foot control is easy to use and has cruise control.
Battery and alternator are large capacity .
Hydraulic power steering gives effortless control.
Four-wheel steer for superior maneuverability and trimming.
Frame is full-length welded steel for strength.
Operator station, comfortable and convenient.
Headlights and taillights provide good visibility.
Modern styling has functional design.
Controls are convenient and easy to find.
Hydraulics, two-function for effortless control.
Serviceability is convenient with easy-open hood.
48-, 54-, 62-in. shaft-driven Edge™ Xtra Deck mowers.
7-, 14-, and 19-bu Power Flow™ material collection systems.
Reverse Implement Option (RIO) and interlock switches promote safe operation
Hydraulic power steering gives effortless control
2012 John Deere X729 Ultimate Tractor 48" Deck
Specifications
Engine
- Power Level
- 27 hp (20.1 kW)
- Displacement
- 45.5 cu. in. (745 cc)
- Engine Manufacturer
- Kawasaki
- Cylinders
- V-twin, cast-iron liners
- Type
- EFI, OHV, oil filter
- Cooling
- (Method)Liquid
- Fuel Capacity
- (Tank) 5.2 U.S. gallon
Transmission
- Transmission
- Full time 4-wheel drive
Chassis
- Tires Front
- 18x8.50-10
- Tires Rear
- 26x12.00-12
- Front Axle
- Cast iron
- Steering
- Power
- Turning Radius
- 21 in.
- Wheels
- (Mower) Four
- Primer/Paint
- E-coat/powder
- Hood Material
- Noryl - reduces sound, will not rust or dent, painted for scratch and scuff resistance
Dimensions
- Spindles
- (Bushings) Metal, replaceable
- Wheelbase
- 55.7-in. (1415 mm)
- Length
- 75-in. (1905 mm)
- Width
- (without mower) 48.0-in. (1219 mm)
- Height
- 51.2-in. (1300 mm)
- Weight
- 1314 lb (596 kg) with 62 in. mower, no fuel
- Hydraulics
- (Outlets) Four
- Seat Height
- 18 in.
- Forward/Reverse Speed
- 0-8.5 mph / 0-6 mph
General Information
- Frame
- Fully welded
- Alternator Capacity
- 20 ampere
- Seat Suspension
- Six-position
- Lift
- Two-function hydraulic
- Cutting Height
- (Mower)1-4.5 in.
- Mower Drive System
- Hydraulic clutch, shaft
- Control
- Twin Touch pedals
- Headlight
- Two 37-W halogen bulbs
- Cut Height Increments
- 0.25 in.
- Mower Deck Material
- .120 in. (48X), .135 in. (54X, 62X)
- Mower
- (Wheel Adjustment) Spring-loaded pin, 7-positions (48X, 54X, 62X)
- Warranty
- 4 year/700 hour
- Fore-aft Adjustment
- 7 in. while seated
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