John Deere 112L lawn tractor

John Deere 112L

Power

12 hp

Production

1985

Engine

1-cylinder

Transmission

Eaton

Weight

470 lbs [213 kg]

Drive

2WD

From the same series:

111H
116

Introduction

John Deere 112L Lawn Tractor

The John Deere 112L is a lawn tractor manufactured in 1985, designed primarily for residential lawn maintenance and property care. This model represents a compact, entry-level machine in the John Deere equipment lineup of that era.

Engine and Power

The tractor is powered by a 12.5 hp (9.3 kW) air-cooled, single-cylinder engine with a displacement of 460 cc. It utilizes an electric starter system operating on a 12-volt battery. Maintenance specifications include a spark plug gap of 0.025 inches (0.635 mm) using an NGK BMR-4A spark plug.

Transmission and Drive

The 112L is equipped with an Eaton single-range hydrostatic transmission, allowing for infinite forward and reverse speed control via a left-hand operating lever. The system requires Deere Hy-Gard SAE 20 oil, with a total fluid capacity of 1.125 quarts (1.1 L). It features two-wheel drive for standard lawn applications.

Chassis and Mowing Equipment

The machine is configured with an open operator station and manual steering. It carries a 38-inch mower deck for grass cutting. The tractor is fitted with lawn/turf tires, sized 15x6.00-6 for the front and 18x8.50-8 for the rear, and has a total weight of 470 lbs (213 kg).

Conclusion

With its straightforward mechanical design and hydrostatic transmission, the John Deere 112L is suited for homeowners requiring a dedicated machine for light-duty grass cutting and yard maintenance tasks.

Production Information of John Deere, 112L

  • Lawn tractor
  • Original price was $2,690 in 1985
ManufacturerJohn Deere

Dimension and Tires Information of John Deere, 112L

Weight470 lbs [213 kg]
Lawn/turf front15x6.00-6
Lawn/turf rear18x8.50-8

Engine Specifications of John Deere, 112L

  • Air-cooled
  • 1-cylinder
Sparkplug gap0.025 inches [0.635 mm]
Displacement460 cc [28.07 ci]
Oil capacity1.75 qts [1.7 L]
StarterElectric
Bore/Stroke3.5x2.9 inches [89 x 74 mm]
SparkplugNGK BMR-4A
Starter volts12
Power12.5 hp [9.3 kW]

Transmission Information of John Deere, 112L

Transmission variants 1

  • Single-range hydrostatic transmission operated with left-hand control lever.
TransmissionEaton
Oil typeDeere Hy-GardSAE 20
Oil capacity1.125 qts [1.1 L]
TypeHydrostatic
Type(optional)Deere Hy-Gard
GearsInfinite forward and reverse

Mechanical Specs of John Deere, 112L

  • Two-wheel drive
  • Manual steering
  • Open operator station.

Electrical System of John Deere, 112L

GroundNegative
Battery volts12

Where it sits

With 12 HP, the John Deere 112L sits between 111H (11 HP) and 116 (16 HP) in John Deere's range. Its power puts it in the 56th percentile of 1980s models in our database (977 machines).

Frequently asked questions

How much horsepower does the John Deere 112L have?

The John Deere 112L delivers 12 HP.

What years was the John Deere 112L produced?

The John Deere 112L was produced in 1985.

What engine does the John Deere 112L have?

The John Deere 112L is powered by a 1-cylinder engine.

What transmission does the John Deere 112L use?

The John Deere 112L uses a Eaton transmission.

How much does the John Deere 112L weigh?

The John Deere 112L weighs 470 lbs [213 kg].

Is the John Deere 112L 4WD?

The John Deere 112L is available in 2WD.

Compare the John Deere 112L with another model