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John Deere X300 Discussions (51)

Here are the most recent X300 topics from our community.
  1. B

    Mowing JD X300 transmission problems

    I thought I would vent my anger with JD. I have an X300 that I bought new in 2010, it has 378 hours on it and I have taken excellent care of it, serviced it, kept in out of the weather and all...
  2. R

    John deere x300 or Husquavarna 15 hp?

    I need a riding mower for about 1 acre of mowing, some day it will be nice grass, right now there is some heavy mowing to do. I have been looking at the John deere which is x300, Kawasaki engine...
  3. S

    Comparison JD X300 (new) vs. GT275 (used)

    Hi, I'm in the market for a tractor to mow my 1.2 acre yard, which is mostly flat with some gentle slopes. I would also like to attach a bagger in the fall when picking up leaves (would side...
  4. S

    Gathering Materials for a Homemade Snow Cab for my John Deere X300

    I am gathering all the parts for a snow cab. I designed some parts to print on my 3D printer so I can use 3/4" EMT Conduit. My plan is to make the top out of 3/4 plywood which will create it's...
  5. M

    Comparison Finally; JD x300 vs. Cub Cadet 1050

    Looked at both an drove both. The deere was a better ride, but the cub has everything including more HP, larger deck, tighter turn, sturdier frame, similar decks albiet the Cub is 50" to JD 42"...
  6. artp

    Cub GT2542 vs JD X300

    We are needing to replace our aging JD LX172 38" cut with a new lawn tractor. We need to stick to small deck size (42") hydrostatic (for my wife) and mulching deck. We have narrowed it down to...
  7. G

    John Deere X300 Mower deck pto drops out

    Hello to all. I am new here to posting but I try to read some from tome to time. I bought my lawn tractor new in 2006, about 575 hours on her. Last year it started acting up. I can cut fine with...
  8. W

    John Deere X300 Series Decision / Dilemna

    My Scotts 2046 (made by JD) is on its last legs - the K51 Tuff Torq transmission is fried, and despite my modest repair attempts, I don't think it's prudent to invest in a full re-build of the...
  9. N

    John Deere X300 or ???

    I have a two year old JD LA130 that is ready to be put out of it's misery. I can't complain too much, I have used, abused and rode it hard trying to get my property in shape to build. I have been...
  10. C

    JD X300 mower blade sharpening

    Does anyone know of a professional lawn mower blade sharpener that can be purchased for personal use?
  11. Scooby074

    Comparision between Deere X300 and Kubota T and GR Series Assistance Needed

    Well after LOTS of work my old craftsman 18Hp Garden tractor is back up and running (thread here : http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/lawn-garden/145137-craftsman-briggs-18hp-running-1-a.html )...
  12. M

    John Deere X300 Running rough Quitting while mowing

    I have a 2009 X300 Rider and after cutting the grass for 20-30 minutes it starts surging real bad and finally will quit. Sometimes if I push up and hold the choke lever it will continue to run...
  13. M

    Buying Advice Are JD x300 trannies bad?????

    I read this qoute earlier and was wondering if there was any validity to the statement. "Do NOT get an X300 or anything else with a K46 or any other trannie that is not serviceable unless you...
  14. J

    John Deere x300 PTO Clicks, Does Not Engage

    When I engage the PTO switch on my x300, I can hear a "click" and the same "click" can be heard when I disengage the switch. Although it is clicking, it is not engaging the clutch to power the...
  15. J

    JD X300 mower deck belt

    I'm having problems with replacing my mower deck belt on a JD X300. The original broke. I measured it and it measures 141". All the replacements I find are 146". I've tried one of them but it...
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    JD x300/304 VS. JD LX255

    Sorry to ask so many questions, I just want to get the best mower for my money... I found a 2002 LX255 for $2800 which seems high, but maybe not. It has 2 hours on it. Would this be a better...
  17. RBLapham

    Snow Plow for Deere X300

    My old Scotts tractor was getting weak in the trans so I purchased a wonderful John Deere X300. This meant all the attachments I had for the Scotts may not fit. Here I'll describe what I had to do...
  18. C

    JD X300 vs X310

    Hi everyone. I have a 2008 X300 w/73 hours which I'm looking at upgrading to the X310. I use it primarily for snow blowing for my fairly large driveway which requires the use of the leg to raise...
  19. B

    John Deere x300 surging

    have a friend's JD x300 (maybe 3-4 years old??) that surges on all speeds. Kawasaki 17 horse engine, with 340 hours. Is just rrrRRrrRRrrrRRrrr..........surges up one second and down the very next...
  20. B

    JD X300 Starter problems

    I have a 2010 JD X 300 with Kawasaki engine, I am having to try several times to get the starter to engage, when I turn the ignition I get nothing not even a click but if I try several times it...
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User Reviews (45)

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5.00 star(s)
poor paul

X300 John Deere
just right
Model Year: 2008

I bought this new to take care of one acre with about a 20' elevation change front to rear. The mower has done nothing wrong so far and is very easy to operate. I also use it to tow a little garden trailer that is often filled with rocks as I work the ground. The Kawasaki twin cylinder engine is quiet, always starts easily and has plenty of power to do the job. I have added a mulching kit which does a fine job, especially with leaves in the autumn. Maintenance parts are rather pricey, but the quality of the mower reflects the price I suppose. I have no doubt that it will last for many, many years.

Pros: ease of operation
Cons: sealed differential may be an issue some day

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4.00 star(s)
CoolioDaddio

X300 John Deere
X300
Model Year: 2008

I have the mower deck and 44" snowblower. The original battery only lasted one year and then John Deere had a problem with the electronic control module. Mine went out 3 times before the dealer told me that you have top disconnect the battery before putting a charger on it.

Pros: smooth and comfortable
Cons: Hydrastatic trans is noisy hope it lasts

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5.00 star(s)
skaha

X300 John Deere
x300r
Model Year: 2007

best lawn tractor yet.have had snapper and jd from the 70 s and ford from 80 s but this beats all.lots of power,quiet and perfect cut.i have a lot of maple and fir trees and it picks up all leaves,needles,cones and small boughs.like a giant shop vac on wheels.would recommend to anyone looking for a quality product

Pros: ease of deck removal,great steering and turning radius
Cons: chute plugged up once or twice--my fault for cutting wet grass too short

3.00 star(s)
Geek

X300 John Deere
X300R - Poor Resale, Deck Problems
Model Year: 2009

I got the X300R since I always bag and having nothing projecting out either side seemed good for ease of mowing. It was nice to have that, but the deck would not stay level. I had the dealer do a warranty service on it, they started out telling me they'd fix it, but nothing changed. Mow an acre, and the deck would be 1/2 inch different left to right. The X300R is a nice little machine if you have not much to mow, but it's build quality is variable. Some here have had good units, mine was a lemon.

Pros: Bagging without any side projections
Cons: Deck would not stay level, dealer unable to do anything about it.

5.00 star(s)
kjohndal

X300 John Deere
x300 48"
Model Year: 2010

My first new rider is the jd x300 48" deck, with the 17hp Kawasaki engine. it replaces my 8 year old Murray 11 hp. What a difference. This John Deere is so smooth and easy to operate and maneuver. The 2 wheel steering is more than adequate for sharp turns. I am still surprised at how tight the turning radius is. One pedal forward, one pedal reverse. I love the Kawasaki engine...it is so quiet and smooth. I was hoping the 17 hp was enough...it is plenty. Mows beautifully at any height setting. Also very stable on pretty steep slopes, and good pulling power up hills. Great headlights. I cant wait to get on this thing every weekend. I also use it for getting around the farm and pull my sears trailer a lot. I am so glad I went with the JD. it is a great machine.

Pros: Smooth, Quiet and plenty of power...great cut.
Cons: reverse mowing safety took a while to get used to...but fine now.

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5.00 star(s)
fensterlips

X300 John Deere
X300 is a Top Mower
Model Year: 2008

When you look at tractors you'll quickly realize that tractors and boats have something in common. No one model will do everything you want. You pick up one feature and you lose another (and probably pay more). The X300 is a solid, well built lawnmower for those bigger spreads but is limited at some of the towing and earth moving needs. Yes, it can pull a light trailer with ease and has plenty of power for that but it's not designed to shove around piles of dirt. For that, you need a larger tractor that's too big to mow with. Changes I'd like? A lower hood so I don't have such a hard time seeing what's ahead and either better or no shielding around the main mower pulley. It gets packed full of grass easily and it's difficult to wash out. Other than that, a great all purpose and powerful unit.

Pros: Power, durability, ease of service.
Cons: Hood hard to see over, main mower pulley difficult to keep clean.

4.00 star(s)
Ichabod86

X300 John Deere
John Deere X300
Model Year: 2007

This machine replaced a 1966 Cub Cadet. It is not that good. But it is a fine machine. I had a problem getting a chute that would fit properly. the dealer shop was very helpful in getting it to work. It runs great, cuts well, ride nicely. Of course the added feture of a cup holder is a plus. I would recommend the machine and the brand. My problems were with the salesperson. The people in the shop at the dealership have been great.

Pros: Good cut and accessories. Soft ride. Runs well even if I am cutting up to 3 acres, non-stop.
Cons: The deck does not float so on uneven ground you may experience some scalping.

5.00 star(s)
Anonymous Poster

X300 John Deere
X300 - Nice
Model Year: 2010

Have used my X300 for about a year and a half so far. Have a wooded lot with slight hills. The X300 steering is easy and has small turning radius and can maneuver around the trees easily. I use a plow in the winter for a 300 foot driveway, aerate the 1 acre every spring, and especially in the fall pulling a cyclone rake puts a strain of the X300. It has handled it all with no problems. I worried about the low end trans K46 but after reading the rebuild procedure here, I almost look forward to servicing it in about 10 years, see link below http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/parts-repairs/164892-tufftorq-k46-repair-guide-pictures.html

Pros: Heavy construction, quiet, tight turn radius.
Cons: Price.

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4.00 star(s)
ffastje

X300 John Deere
X300
Model Year: 2011

The tractor seems to do what its intended but for the price you would think it should do a little more.

Pros: Quality of engine.
Cons: Limited pulling pushing power and a shacky at best transmission.

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5.00 star(s)
Anonymous Poster

X300 John Deere
No Problems
Model Year: 2010

Have about 1.5 Acre heavily wooded and hilly lawn to mow. Also plow 400 foot driveway, pull a plug aerator, and a very heavy when loaded Cyclone Rake. A lot talk about the K46 trans not up to work - been doing fine. The K46 is repairable but not by JD see http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/parts-repairs/164892-tufftorq-k46-repair-guide-pictures.html

Pros: High torque and quiet engine. Tight steering. Easy maintenance. Deck easy to remove/install.
Cons: None.

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