- Dimensions
- Front Tires
- Rear Tires
- Weights
- Engine Details
- Operational Specs
- Transmission
- PTO (Power Take-Off)
- Hydraulic System
- Service Refill Capacities
- John Deere X728 Filters
- Serial Numbers & PIN Location
- John Deere X728 Attachments
- Deere 45 Front Loader
- Mid-Mount Mowers for JD X728
- Snow Blowers for JD X728
- Rotary Brooms for JD X728
Dimensions
| Overall Length | 78.8 in (2002 mm) |
| Overall Width | 48.0 in (1219 mm) |
| Overall Height | 51.2 in (1300 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 55.7 in (1415 mm) |
| Ground Clearance | 5.5 in (140 mm) |
| Turning Radius, 2WS (Approximately) | 48 in (1220 mm) |
| Turning Radius, 4WS (Approximately) | 25 in (635 mm) |
Front Tires
| Tire Type | Tire Size | Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| Tubeless, Turf, 4PR | 18×7-8 | 10-14 psi (70-97 kPa) |
| Tubeless, Turf, 4PR | 18×8.50-8 | 10-14 psi (70-97 kPa) |
| Tubeless, Turf, 4PR | 18×8.50-10 | 12-16 psi (82-110 kPa) |
| Tubeless, HDAP, 4PR | 18×8.50-10 | 12-16 psi (82-110 kPa) |
Rear Tires
| Tire Type | Tire Size | Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| Tubeless, Turf, 2PR | 26×10.5-12 | 6-10 psi (40-70 kPa) |
| Tubeless, Turf, 4PR | 26×12.00-12 | 6-10 psi (40-70 kPa) |
| Tubeless, Bar, 4PR | 26×12.00-12 | 6-20 psi (40-138 kPa) |
| Tubeless, HDAP, 2PR | 26×12.00-12 | 6-10 psi (40-70 kPa) |
Weights
| Weight Kit | Weights | Hardware Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Front Weights (each) | 42 lb (19 kg) | Quick-Tatch |
| Rear Weights (each) | 42 lb (19 kg) | Quick-Tatch |
| Wheel Weight BM17972 (4WS tractors only) | (1) 50 lb (23 kg) (2) 50 lb (23 kg) |
BM18094 BM18089 |
| Wheel Weight BM17972 | (1) 50 lb (23 kg) (2) 50 lb (23 kg) |
BM17977 BM18101 |
| Wheel Weight BM17973 | (1) 72 lb (33 kg) | BM18089 |
| Wheel Weight BM17976 (plastic coated) | (1) 50 lb (23 kg) | Included in Weight Kit |
Avoid damage! Do not exceed maximum front ballast of nine Quick-Tatch weights and two wheel weights. Do not exceed maximum rear ballast of 385kg (850 lb). Rear ballast includes Quick-Tatch weights, rear wheel weights, weight box, and adding liquid weight to tires.
Engine Details
| Number of Cylinders | 2 |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki |
| Engine Model | Kawasaki FD750D EFI Gasoline |
| Displacement | 45.5 cu in (0.745 L) |
| Bore | 3.07 in (78 mm) |
| Stroke | 3.07 in (78 mm) |
| Horsepower | 27 hp (20.1 kw) |
| Power Measured @ | 3600 rpm |
| Peak Torque | 41 lb ft (55.5 Nm) |
| Torque Measured @ | 2600 rpm |
| Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 |
| Slow Idle Speed | 1600 rpm |
| Fast Idle Speed | 3550 rpm |
| Fuel System | Electric Fuel Pump |
| Cooling System | Liquid-cooled |
| Lubrication | Pressure feed by positive displacement pump |
| Oil Filter | Full flow (replaceable) |
| Air Cleaner | Dual element replaceable paper |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated |
Operational Specs
| Operating Weight, 4WD (HFWD) | 1005 lb (456 kg) |
| Operating Voltage | 12 V |
| Alternator | 20 amps (40 amps for operating sprayer, optional cab equipment, etc.) |
| Battery | 12 V, CCA 340 (TY25221) |
| Ground | Negative |
| Starter | 12 V, 1.1 hp (0.8 kw) |
| Operator Station | Open operator station featuring 18-inch seat with 7-inches of adjustment |
| Steering System | Power steering (Hydrostatic), 6-Position tilt steering wheel |
| Drive | 4WD (HFWD) |
Transmission
| Type | Shaft-driven hydrostatic transmission |
| Model | Tuff Torq K92 Transaxle |
| Number of Gears | Infinite forward and reverse |
| Max Forward Speed | 8.5 mph (13.7 km/h) |
| Max Reverse Speed | 5.0 mph (8.1 km/h) |
| Control | Twin Touch foot pedals |
| Cruise Control | Standard |
| Service Brakes | Internal wet disc brakes |
| Parking Brake | Mechanical latch-type hand/foot brake |
PTO (Power Take-Off)
| Rear PTO Type (Optional) | Independent |
| Rear PTO Speed (Optional) | 540 rpm |
| Mid PTO Type | Independent |
| Mid PTO Speed | 2000 rpm |
| Front PTO Type (Optional) | 2000 rpm Mid-to-Front PTO Kit |
Hydraulic System
| Hydraulic Pump Flow | 6 gal/min (22.7 L/min) |
| Operating Pressure | 924 psi (6370 kPa) |
| Number of Selective Control Valves (SCV) | 2 |
| 3-Point Hitch Category (Optional) | Category 0 / Category 1 Limited |
Service Refill Capacities
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 5.2 gal (19.7 L) |
| Engine Oil Capacity (w/ filter) | 0.5 gal (1.8 L) |
| Cooling System Capacity | 1.1 gal (4.0 L) |
| Transaxle Oil Capacity, 4WD (HFWD) | 1.8 gal (6.8 L) |
| Transaxle Oil Capacity, 2WS (w/ filter) | 1.7 gal (6.6 L) |
| Transaxle Oil Capacity, 4WS (w/ filter) | 1.5 gal (5.6 L) |
| Front Axle Fluid Capacity, 4WD (HFWD) | 1.3 gal (5.0 L) |
John Deere X728 Filters
| Primary Air Filter Element | M148207 |
| Secondary Air Filter Element | M152049 |
| Engine Oil Filter | AM107423 |
| Transaxle / Hydraulic Oil Filter | AM131054 |
| Fuel Filter | AM118131 (AM117584) |
Serial Numbers & PIN Location
The John Deere X728 serial number plate is located in the center right side of the tractor frame, just behind the hydraulic couplers.
| Year | Serial Number | Year | Serial Number |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 010001 | 2009 | 040001 |
| 2007 | 020001 | 2010 | 050001 |
| 2008 | 030001 | 2011 | 060001 |
John Deere X728 Attachments
The X728 lawn tractor opens up a serious range of capabilities when you start adding the right attachments. By fitting a front loader such as the 45-series, you transform it from a mowing machine into a material-handling tool moving gravel, mulch and sod with ease. Includes 48-in bucket for grounds maintenance, landscaping, snow removal, and applications where loading and movement of material is required. Excellent for spreading and leveling, transporting and loading, and scraping and piling yard materials
Deere 45 Front Loader
| Model | John Deere 45 |
|---|---|
| A. Maximum Lift Height at Pivot Pin | 73 in (1854 mm) |
| B. Maximum Lift Height Under Level Bucket | 69 in (1753 mm) |
| C. Maximum Clearance Under Fully Dumped Bucket | 57 in (1448 mm) |
| D. Reach With Bucket Dumped 45° | 23 in (584 mm) |
| E. Maximum Bucket Dump Angle | 45° |
| F. Reach With Bucket on Ground | 43.3 in (1099 mm) |
| G. Bucket Roll-Back Angle on Ground | 25° |
| H. Digging Depth Below Ground Level | 4 in (102 mm) |
| Bucket Width | 48 in (1219 mm) |
| Bucket Capacity (Struck) | 5.0 ft3 (0.14 m3) |
| Hydraulic System Rated Pressure | 1000 psi (6895 kPa) |
| Lift Cylinder Diameter | 1.75 in (44 mm) |
| Bucket Cylinder Diameter | 1.75 in (44 mm) |
| Breakout Force | 770 lbf (3.43 kN) |
| Bucket Rollback Force at Ground Line | 740 lbf (3.29 kN) |
| Lift Capacity at 36 in (914 mm) | 640 lb (290 kg) |
| Lift Capacity at Full Height | 365 lb (166 kg) |
| Loader Weight | 515 lb (234 kg) |
| Based on Front Tires Size | 18×8.50-8 4-ply |
| Based on Rear Tires Size | 26×12.00-12 2PR |
Ballast Requirements: with 26-in rear tires = minimum of 750 lb (340 kg) rear ballast (at least 250 lb (113 kg) of this must be on rear wheels).
Couple that with the mid-mount mower decks (48X, 54X, 7-Iron 60″, 62X) and your X728 becomes a full-blown turf cutter with professional-grade width and performance, ready to handle everything from wide open lawns to more detailed grounds-keeping.
Mid-Mount Mowers for JD X728
| Model | 48X | 54X | 7-iron | 62X |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Mid-mount | Mid-mount | Mid-mount | Mid-mount |
| Number of Blades | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Hydraulic Lift | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cutting Width | 48 in (1219 mm) | 54 in (1372 mm) | 60 in (1520 mm) | 62 in (1575 mm) |
| Cut Height | 1 – 5.25 in (20 – 130 mm) | 1 – 5.25 in (20 – 130 mm) | 1 – 5.25 in (20 – 130 mm) | 1 – 5.25 in (20 – 130 mm) |
| Cut Adjust | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 |
| Weight | 117 lb (53 kg) | 170 lb (77 kg) | 342 lb (155 kg) | 200 lb (90 kg) |
When the seasons change, the versatility really shows. Front blades, snow-blowers and other optional attachments let the X728 tackle winter work too clearing driveways, plowing snow or grading paths. What I appreciate from a maintenance and reliability standpoint is how John Deere engineered the machine to accept these add-ons: the mounting points, the power take-off, the lawn-tractor powertrain all of it aligns so you’re not just bolting on something marginal, but integrating an attachment into a capable platform.
Snow Blowers for JD X728
| Model | X700 Series 54-in. Snow Blower 1473M | X700 Series 54-in. Snow Blower 02C1M |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Front-mount | Front-mount |
| Clearing Width | 47 in (1194 mm) | 54 in (1372 mm) |
| Overall Width | 48.2 in (1225 mm) | 55.1 in (1399 mm) |
| Clear Height | 20 in (508 mm) | 20 in (508 mm) |
| Lift Type | Hydraulic with down pressure | Hydraulic with down pressure |
| Stage | Two-Stage | Two-Stage |
| Auger Diameter | 16 in (406 mm) | 16 in (406 mm) |
| Auger Speed | 172 rpm | 172 rpm |
| Height to Top of Chute Deflector | 42.5 in (1080 mm) | 42.5 in (1080 mm) |
| Blower Speed | 929 rpm | 929 rpm |
| Lift Height | 11 in (279 mm) | 11 in (279 mm) |
| Spout Diameter | 6 in (152 mm) | 6 in (152 mm) |
| Spout Rotation Angle | 200° | 200° |
| Spout Rotation Control | Hydraulic remote control | Hydraulic remote control |
| Weight | 240 lb (110 kg) | 260 lb (120 kg) |
Requires Front Quick-Hitch, 2000 RPM Mid-to-Front PTO, and Implement Drive and Upstop, X700 model must also have the Hydraulic Coupler Kit.
Rotary Brooms for JD X728
| Model | 60-inch Heavy-Duty Rotary Broom | 52-inch (132-cm) Rotary Broom |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Front-mount | Front-mount |
| Clearing Width (Broom angled, 27°) | 53.5 in. 136 cm | 48 in. 122 cm |
| Clearing Width (Broom straight) | – | 52 in. 132 cm |
| Clearing Width (Front 3-point hitch, 27°) | 50 in. 127 cm | – |
| Brush Diameter | 26 in. 66 cm | 21 in. 53.3 cm |
| Number of wafers | 32 | 22 |
| Brush Drive | Front power take-off (PTO) | Front power take-off (PTO) |
| Angling method | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Weight | 366 lb (169 kg) | 306 lb (139 kg) |
The broom is a heavy-duty four-seasons implement designed to increase your tractor’s versatility. X700 Series (Requires Mounting Frame, Front Quick-Hitch, Hydraulic Angling, 2000 RPM Mid-to-Front PTO kit and Implement Drive Shaft).
In short, if you invest in the right attachments for the X728 and maintain everything properly (mounts tight, blades sharp, loader hydraulics checked, snow-blower shafts aligned), you don’t just have a lawn tractor – you have a year-round utility machine.
