R240 DISC MOWER Mowing FAQs
What is the cutting width of the John Deere R240 disc mower?
The John Deere R240 disc mower cuts a 7.92 ft (2.4 m) swath with six disks and 12 knives. The high-speed disks turn at 2986 rpm to cut cleanly in tough conditions.
What size tractor do I need for a John Deere R240 disc mower?
The R240 needs a minimum of 45 PTO hp at 540 rpm and a Category 2 3-point hitch, and it is quick-hitch compatible. The lower hitch pins adjust over a 4 in. offset range to match wider tire spacing, and an optional long hitch pin from Parts extends the offset to 8 in.
How much does the John Deere R240 weigh?
The R240 weighs 1,350 lb. It uses a hydraulic lift system, and the cutterbar works through a cutting arc of +35 to -25 degrees.
How durable is the cutterbar on the John Deere R240?
Power reaches the discs through fully enclosed gears running in oil for quiet, reliable operation, and disc drive-shaft shears protect the cutterbar if you hit a solid object. Each disc has two free-swinging knives with two cutting edges, and the disc quills lift out from the top of the cutterbar for easy service.
How does the John Deere R240 lift and store for transport?
A hydraulic cylinder raises the cutterbar from cutting to transport position without raising the tractor hitch, and it locks in place automatically. An optional rearward-swinging cylinder, available through Parts, swings the mower away from the tractor so you do not have to fold the protective curtain. A built-in storage compartment holds spare knives and hardware.
Where can I buy genuine parts for my John Deere R240?
You can shop genuine John Deere R240 parts on Koenig Marketplace, including mowing and cutting parts, belts and chains and drivetrain parts. Choose same-day delivery from a nearby Koenig store or pick up in store. Our trained technicians across Ohio and Indiana can also handle your R240's seasonal maintenance and repairs.