The drive belt part numbers found are M144202 and M144201. The drive belt size found is 95 in (2,413 mm) long by 0.5 in (13 mm) wide.
John Deere 345 Belt Size and Part Numbers
| Drive belt part number | M144202 and M144201 |
|---|---|
| Drive belt length | 95 in (2,413 mm) |
| Drive belt width | 0.5 in (13 mm) |
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John Deere 345 Belt Notes
| Drive belt note | The John Deere 345 drive or transmission belt listing shows part numbers M144202 and M144201, length 95 in (2,413 mm) and width 0.5 in (13 mm). This is separate from the mower deck belt |
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| Fitment note | Belts are cheap until you buy the wrong one twice. On the John Deere 345, confirm belt route, old belt label and OEM part number before ordering |
John Deere 345 Belt Size FAQ
Why can the correct John Deere 345 drive belt still not pull properly?
The drive belt length found is 95 in (2,413 mm). If the tractor still slips, the belt may be routed wrong, the idler may be weak, or the pulley faces may be polished. Length alone does not fix a worn drive system
Can you replace the John Deere 345 belt with the same length but different width?
The drive belt width found is 0.5 in (13 mm). That is the common 1/2-inch belt width range. Still match the OEM number because the belt angle, fabric wrap and effective length can differ. A belt with the wrong top width can ride too high or too low in the pulley even if the length looks right
Mistakes do happen. Belt specs can change by year, mower deck, pulley layout, serial range and regional parts catalog. Please check the operator manual, belt routing decal, old belt label and official John Deere parts catalog before ordering a replacement belt.
