Features
The 22-hp (16.4-kW) V-twin engine used in the S220 Tractor provides plenty of power and torque to handle tough mulching, mowing, and bagging conditions:
Cyclonic air-management system removes larger particles of dirt before they reach the air filter for reduced filter maintenance and longer engine life:
The engine oil check and fill tube are conveniently located for easy access. An oil drain hose makes draining oil easy and clean.
The replaceable oil filter and fuel filter are easy to access and change to minimize service time and cost.
Two debris inspection ports help ensure clean engine fins for optimum cooling. Bolts to open them are conveniently located under the air filter cover.
A flywheel alternator provides plenty of capacity to quickly recharge the battery and power electrical equipment, such as lights or a sprayer:
The 42-in. (107-cm) Accel Deep Mower Deck is a stamped-steel, deep, flat-top design that delivers excellent cut quality, productivity, cleanliness, durability, and versatility. Optimal performance and dispersion of clippings is provided, even at faster mowing speeds or in tall grass:
Deep mower-deck stamping gives excellent cut quality. It allows the cut and suspended material room to exit the deck without getting recut:
Deep mower-deck stamping gives high productivity, which gets the job done fast. It allows the cut and suspended material room to exit the deck quickly, reducing the amount of recutting so more power is available to process incoming grass:
Large discharge opening is both high and wide to handle more material:
The flat-top shape of the deck stamping is optimal for keeping itself and the operator clean:
Cleaning a mower deck, both top and bottom, is one of the most frequent maintenance activities:
A wash port is provided to make cleaning the underside of the mower deck easy.
The 42A Mower Deck has strong spindle pockets, to keep the blades aligned, even after years of tough service:
Mower wheels are double captured:
Low-tension belt-drive design reduces the side load on the engines lower bearing and mower deck bearings for longer life.
Rolled outer edge of the deck provides extra strength and protection.
Dual-stage E-coat and powder-paint coatings provide extra protection from rust.
The 42A Mower Deck is designed for maximum versatility, providing the greatest ease in changing from one mower discharge mode to another:
An optional 6.5-bu (229-L) cut-and-throw rear bagger material collection system (MCS) is available and comes with bagging blades. Special blades are not required but they can be installed for enhanced performance.
The bagger provides an efficient means of collecting grass clippings and leaves. It can be set up without tools in minutes and has easy-to-empty bags.
High-lift bagging blades are included with the bagger chute. They provide optimum performance when bagging in difficult conditions, such as when the grass is moist, dense, or long:
Mulching blades are included with the optional MulchControl system. They can be used for mulching, side discharging, and bagging in most conditions.
Mower blade use chart
Mode(s) of operation | Mower blade |
Side discharging mode only | Side-discharge blade (shipped with mower) |
Bagging mode only | Bagging blade (shipped with rear bagger) |
Mulching mode only | Mulching blade (shipped with MulchControl) |
Side discharge and mulching | Mulching blade (shipped with MulchControl) |
Side discharge and bagging | Bagging blade (shipped with rear bagger) |
Side discharge, mulching, and bagging | Mulching blade (shipped with MulchControl) |
The optional MulchControl system makes mulching more practical for many mowing situations because it not only does an excellent job of mulching, but it also allows the mower to be easily converted for times when it is more desirable to side discharge or collect the lawn material. Advantages of mulching grass clippings include:
MulchControl is an innovative, simple design that is easy to use and maintain:
MulchControl is well-suited to the following mowing situations:
MulchControl puts the operator in control of the clippings.
While in the side-discharge mode, MulchControl still mulches about one third of the material. Therefore, the side-discharge mode is essentially a partial-mulch mode. This can be an advantage when side discharging or bagging, as it helps to reduce the amount of material being discharged. Other times this could work as a disadvantage:
When bagging with MulchControl on a 48A mower deck, the MulchControl baffle can be opened or closed with the Power Flow™ blower installed. The Power Flow blower runs without material when the baffle is closed.
When bagging with MulchControl on a 42A mower deck, the cut-and-throw rear bagger can be used with the MulchControl blades. However, the rear MulchControl baffle (A) needs to be removed to install the bagger chute. The baffle is held in place with two carriage bolts. To return to mulching, the chute needs to be removed and the baffle replaced.
Each MulchControl system is an optional field-installed attachment and includes everything needed for handle actuation: baffles, handle, and mulch blades.
Attachment |
Description |
Applications |
42-in. (107-cm) Accel Deep MulchControl |
S220 and model 2021 and newer S240 Lawn Tractors |
|
48-in. (122-cm) Accel Deep MulchControl |
S240 Lawn Tractor, model year 2016 and newer X300 and X500 Series Tractors, Z300 and Z500 Series ZTrak™ Mowers |
An exclusive 3-year or 200-hour (whichever comes first), single-source, bumper-to-bumper warranty* is standard for all John Deere 200 Series Tractors.
*Term limited to years or hours used, whichever comes first, and varies by model. U.S. and Canada only. See the LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW JOHN DEERE TURF AND UTILITY EQUIPMENT at JohnDeere.com or JohnDeere.ca/TUWarranty for details.
A Kanzaki® Tuff Torq® hydrostatic transmission gives an infinite choice of speeds and makes changing the direction of travel easy.
Side-by-side foot pedals control the speed and direction of travel:
Appropriate transmissions are used in each tractor model, depending on rear tire size and tractor performance requirements, to ensure excellent performance and reliability:
Kanzaki and Tuff Torq are trademarks of Kanzaki Kokyukoki Mfg. Co., Ltd.
An advantage of lawn tractors is their ability to use equipment for snow removal. Lawn tractor owners can add a John Deere snow blower or front blade to make quick work of moving snow whenever the need arises. Weather enclosure and tire-chain attachments add comfort and performance.
Equipment available for snow removal includes:
The solid one-piece frame is constructed of 12-gauge, 0.105-in. (2.7-mm) steel:
The front axle is constructed of solid cast iron that will not bend:
The front bumper provides additional front-end protection and attractive, bold style.
The CargO Mount system is a combination of front and rear mounting points that provide convenient and easy installation of the rear bagger and other attachments.
The operator station is designed for operator comfort and easy operation:
Controls are easy to see and use:
Wide footrest areas with non-slip, anti-vibration floor mats are provided for operator comfort:
Operator comfort is enhanced with a 15-in. (38.1-cm) high-back, two-piece seat with an open back:
Beverage holder and storage compartment, with cover, are located on the right-side fender, conveniently located and easy to use.
Three-spoke steering wheel for greater operator comfort and control:
The contoured dash has clean, attractive styling:
The engine speed lever and choke control lever are separate controls:
The mower deck is engaged with the easy-to-see and easy-to-use yellow lever above the dashboard:
Side-by-side foot pedals control the speed and direction of travel:
Cruise control is standard equipment:
The parking brake control is conveniently located for easy access. It holds the brake pedal securely in the locked position.
A spring-assisted, ergonomically designed lift lever simplifies adjusting the mower cut height:
CAUTION: Children or bystanders may be injured by rotating blades. Before traveling forward or rearward:
NOTE: Backing up while the mower is engaged is strongly discouraged. RIO should be used only when operating another attachment or when the operator deems it necessary to reposition the machine with the mower engaged.
NOTE: If the mower or other attachment stops while repositioning the machine, return the attachment engagement switch to the off position. Start engine and engage mower. Begin again with step 2.
The fuel tank gauge shows how much fuel is in the tank and can be seen without leaving the operator’s seat:
John Deere riding lawn mowers are equipped with a QR code label that links to an owner support website. The label can be found on the rear fender, to the left of the seat.
The owner support website is formatted for smart phones and available without setting up an account and password. The QR code includes the mower’s serial number, enabling the owner support website to provide a maintenance schedule, service parts, attachments, how-to guide, videos, warranty information, and an operator’s manual for the specific mower.
The owner support website also allows users to purchase service parts, schedule dealer service, purchase extended warranties, and download the Equipment Mobile app. The Equipment Mobile app enables users to maintain a shared digital service record with their dealer.
The one-piece hood opens easily to permit checking and servicing the engine:
The engine fuel and oil filters, the oil check/fill tube, and the oil drain tube are exposed for serviceability when the hood is opened.
The seat tilts up and out of the way to make adding fuel easy.
Keep a mower running its best and know how it mows with the John Deere MowerPlus app. Simply scan the mower’s barcode to get custom information about the mower.
To download the free MowerPlus app, visit the Apple® App Store® or Google Play™ store.
MowerPlus connectors (sold separately)
MowerPlus connectors are available to transmit vehicle information to the MowerPlus app.
BUC10929 MowerPlus Deluxe Smart Connector is for use with:
BUC10537 MowerPlus Smart Connector is for use with:
MowerPlus connectors transmit the fuel level and engine hour information to the app, making it easy to keep track of fuel level and maintenance intervals.
MowerPlus connectors require the MowerPlus app on a mobile device to use. The John Deere MowerPlus app and operating system requirements can be found in the mobile device’s app store. The MowerPlus app is only available in the English language, and it is not available in all countries.
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Key Specs | Current Model |
Engine power | 22 hp 16.4 kW |
Oil change | No-tools oil drain with replaceable filter |
Engine manufacturer/model | 44J6 Cyclonic |
Transaxle type | TLT200 hydrostatic, two-wheel drive |
Transaxle control | Side-by-side pedals |
Rear tires | 20x10-8 |
Lift system type | Spring-assisted hand-grip lever |
Cutting width | Accel Deep™ mower deck, 42 in. 107 in. |
U.S. warranty | 3-year/200-hour bumper-to-bumper* (*Term limited to years or hours used, whichever comes first, and varies by model. See the LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW JOHN DEERE TURF AND UTILITY EQUIPMENT at JohnDeere.com or JohnDeere.ca/TUWarranty for details.) |
Engine | |
Power | 22 hp 16.4 kW |
Displacement | 44.2 cu in. 724 cc |
Manufacturer/model | 44J6 Cyclonic |
Type | Overhead valve, full-pressure lube, oil filter |
Cylinders | V-twin, cast-iron liners |
Governor | Mechanical |
Choke/speed control | Separate levers, automatic choke return |
Cooling method | Air |
Air cleaner | Pleated paper cartridge filter with poly pre-filter |
Oil change | No-tools oil drain with replaceable filter |
Fuel system | |
Type | Gasoline |
Fuel delivery | Pulse pump and carburetor |
Fuel gauge | Mechanical, viewable from seat |
Fuel tank location | Rear |
Fuel fill opening | Center, 1.75 in. 4.45 cm |
Fuel tank capacity | 2.4 U.S. gal. 9.1 L |
Electrical system | |
Battery | 12 V 300 CCA |
Charging system | Flywheel alternator, regulated, 14 amp |
Engine starter | Bendix type |
Hour meter | Yes |
Headlights | Two standard, incandescent |
Taillights or reflector | No |
Backup lights | No |
Rear work lights | No |
12-V outlet | No |
Transaxle | |
Type | TLT200 hydrostatic, two-wheel drive |
Control | Side-by-side pedals |
Cruise control | Standard |
Oil cooler | Fins and fan on transaxle |
Oil filter | Internal, not replaceable |
Differential lock | No |
Forward speed | 0-5.5 mph 0-8.9 km/h |
Reverse speed | 0-3.2 mph 0-5.2 km/h |
Brakes | Internal wet disk |
Chassis | |
Frame | Full-length welded steel |
Primer/paint | E-coat/powder |
Weight bracket | Optional rear |
Receiver hitch | No |
Front axle | Cast iron front axle, front wheel sealed ball bearings |
Spindle bushings | No |
Front tires | 15x6-6 |
Rear tires | 20x10-8 |
Hood material | Molded-in color material reduces sound, will not rust or dent |
Fender deck material | Stamped steel |
Floor mats | Yes, with debris removing channels |
Storage | Storage tray with cover |
Service interval decal | Yes |
Fender handles/grips | No |
Cup holder | Yes |
Equipment mounting | CargO Mount™ system |
Maximum towing capacity | 500 lb 227 kg |
Steering | |
Type | Sector and pinion with single drag link and tie rod |
Four-wheel steer | Not available on this model |
Steering wheel | Standard design, diameter - 12 in. 30.5 cm |
Tilt steering wheel | No |
Turning radius | 18 in. 45.7 cm |
Uncut circle radius | 24 in. 61 cm |
Seat | |
Type | Two piece with open-back |
Seat back height | 15 in. 38.1 cm |
Armrests | No |
Fore-aft adjustment | While seated, 5.5 in. 14 cm |
Seat suspension | Tilt, two rubber isolators |
Lift system | |
Type | Spring-assisted hand-grip lever |
Hydraulic outlets | No |
Mower cut height | 13 positions, 1-4 in. 2.5-10.2 cm |
Cut height increments | 0.25 in. 0.64 cm |
Preset cut height | No |
Mower deck | |
Type | Side discharge |
Cutting width | Accel Deep mower deck, 42 in. 107 cm |
Construction | Stamped steel deck shell |
Mower deck material | 12 gauge 0.105 in. 2.7 mm |
Mower wash port | Yes, with hose end |
Mower drive system | Manual power take-off (PTO) clutch |
Mower wheels | Two |
Mower wheel adjustment | One bolt |
Mower level adjustment | Easy-level deck |
Mower attachability | |
Type | Slide under tractor |
Front draft arms | One spring clip |
Rear draft arms | Two spring clips |
Mower wheels rotate | No |
Drive system | Single V-belt |
Safety | |
Meets ANSI standard | Yes |
Meets OPEI standard | Yes |
Backup protection | Reverse Implement Option (RIO) |
Safety video | Yes |
Buyer's notes | |
Notes | Molded-in color material reduces sound, will not rust or dent Durable primer and powder paint finish Large, 14-in. (36-cm) steering wheel for more comfortable operation |
Warranty | 3-year/200-hour bumper-to-bumper* (*Term limited to years or hours used, whichever comes first, and varies by model. See the LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW JOHN DEERE TURF AND UTILITY EQUIPMENT at JohnDeere.com or JohnDeere.ca/TUWarranty for details.) |
Optional equipment | |
Mowers | |
Rear bagger | 2-bag, 6.5 bu 229 L |
Powered material collection | |
Mulching system | Yes, MulchControl™ |
Front thatcher | |
Front blade | 46 in. 116.8 cm |
Mid-mount blade | |
Snow blower | Two-stage, 44 in. 111.8 cm |
Rotary broom | |
Rotary tiller | |
Sleeve hitch | |
3-point hitch | |
Rear power take-off (PTO) | |
Plow, moldboard | |
Box scraper | |
Cultivator | |
Rear blade | |
Disk harrow | |
Landscape rake | |
Sprayer | Tow-behind only, 15 U.S. gal. 56.8 L Tow-behind only, 25 U.S. gal. 94.6 L |
Spreader | Tow-behind only, 125 lb 57.7 kg Tow-behind only, 175 lb 79.4 kg |
Front bumper | Included |
Brush guard | |
Weather protection | Weather enclosure |
Sun canopy | Sun canopy |
Rear receiver hitch | |
Bucket holder | Yes, single bucket |
Grass striping | Lawn striping kit |
Tractor shovel | |
Front loader | |
Other equipment | |
Tow-behind tools | 16 |
Dimensions | |
Height | 45 in. 1143 mm |
Overall length | 75.1 in. 1908 mm |
Wheelbase | 48.9 in. 1242 mm |
Width with mower | 50 in. 1270 mm |
Width with mower (deflector raised for storage) | 49 in. 1244 mm |
Width without mower | 40 in. 1015 mm |
Weight | 481 lb 218 kg |
Additional information | |
Manufacturing location | Greeneville, Tennessee, USA |
Date collected | 3-Oct-22 |
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Reviews
I went from a John Deere la110 18 years old. still running and upgraded to a S220 wow . it's awesome the speed the engine also has an alternator. no more dead batteries and it sounds really cool. this will be my last tractor
I'm very happy with the operation of the mower. From starting to evenness of cut and bagging.
So far, it's absolutely amazing! This is our 3rd John Deere Lawn Tractor in 20 years and so far this one is my favorite of them all. It's very comfortable sitting on, controls are easy to operate and reach, steering is very, very smooth and it's a powerful machine! If this machine gives me 600+ hours like my previous ones have (still have a D130 going strong with 671+ hours on it), I'll be very happy!
I bought my S-220 in early June. This is my 2nd Deere mower. My L-1118 has lasted 20 years and is still being used by a family member. The S-220 runs great and cuts excellent. I got the bagging system with it, and it works as well as the bagger on my L-118 . There is more plastic on this bagger but It is lighter and easier to remove the full bags because they just slide out on a track. So I don't mind the trade off. If the chute clogs up it is definitely harder to undue from the deck compared to my old mower. I have always been proactive on maintenance. And the payoff is a reliable machine even in old age. All in all a nice , solid machine.
I recently purchased a rural home and needed a machine to mow just over an acre around the house. The land is mostly flat with a couple of very mild, gradual inclines so I didn’t feel that I needed to go for the most heavy duty machines on the market. I also didn’t feel that the most entry level machines would do the job to my satisfaction. I purchased the S220 brand new from the local John Deere dealer and having used it a few times so far, I can only say that I am very pleased with my purchase. This lawn tractor is exactly what I needed, and makes quick work of my mowing without any signs of struggling to do so. It is comfortable, easy to use, has plenty of power, cuts cleanly, maneuvers well, and seems to be pretty efficient as it doesn’t burn through nearly as much gas as I had expected it would. I also feel confident in having the service and maintenance accessibility offered through the local dealer, and the little tractor comes with a great warranty. I look forward to many years of service from my S220, and am confident that it will provide exactly that. After all… it is a John Deere.
Love mower. Put mulching kit on. Cuts and mulches great
I really love my John Deere. Have had it about 2 months now and I’m really glad I bought it. Highly recommend it
To date product is performing as expected. I am pleased with the tractor.
So far, so good. it is a strong engine and does a very good job of cutting my grass. The travel speed is also a plus. The deck performs as expected
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