The John Deere S130 is a 100 Series lawn tractor with a 22 HP V-Twin engine, 42-inch Edge mower deck, hydrostatic transmission, electric PTO, and John Deere Easy Change oil system. It sits above the basic S100 and S120 models and is aimed at homeowners who want a stronger engine and easy mowing controls.
General Specifications
Product Name
John Deere S130
Type
Lawn tractor / ride-on mower
Brand
John Deere
Series
100 Series
Production Status
Current model
Built In
Greeneville, Tennessee, USA
Engine
Briggs & Stratton 44N677 V-Twin gasoline
Fuel Type
Gasoline / petrol
Cylinders
2
Cooling
Air-cooled
Displacement
44.2 cu in / 724 cc
Engine Horsepower
22 HP / 16.4 kW
Rated RPM
3600 rpm
Transmission
TLT200 hydrostatic
Drive
2WD
Transmission Control
Side-by-side foot pedals
PTO
Electric clutch
Mower Deck
42 in / 107 cm Edge mower deck
Deck Lift
Spring-assisted hand-grip lever
Cutting Height
1 to 4 in / 2.5 to 10.2 cm
Front Tires
15×6-6
Rear Tires
20×10-8
Fuel Tank
2.4 gal / 9.1 L
Engine Oil Capacity
2.8 qt / 2.6 L with Easy Change system
Oil Change System
John Deere Easy Change 30-second oil change system
Seat
15 in open-back seat
Warranty
2 years / 120 hours bumper-to-bumper
Higher Than Average S130 Specs
22 HPV-Twin Engine
42 inEdge Mower Deck
724 ccEngine Size
2.4 galFuel Tank
Electric PTOBlade Engagement
S130 Compared To Average Lawn Tractor
Engine Power
22 HP
Average
18 HP
Deck Width
42 in
Average
42 in
Fuel Tank
2.4 gal
Average
2.0 gal
Best For
Residential lawn mowing
Medium-size yards
Homeowners wanting a stronger 42-inch mower
Simple foot-pedal mowing control
Buyers who want easy oil changes
Not Best For
Commercial mowing
Large acreage mowing
Heavy towing
Ground-engaging attachments
Rough paddock or field work
Engine
The John Deere S130 uses a 724 cc Briggs & Stratton V-Twin gasoline engine rated at 22 HP. This is stronger than the single-cylinder engines found on cheaper entry-level ride-on mowers.
Transmission
The S130 uses a hydrostatic transmission with side-by-side foot pedals. This makes it easier to control speed and direction compared with gear-drive lawn tractors.
Mower Deck
The John Deere S130 comes with a 42-inch / 107 cm Edge mower deck. This is a good size for normal residential lawns because it cuts faster than a small 30-inch mower without being too wide for gates and tighter areas.
Oil Capacity
The John Deere S130 uses the John Deere Easy Change oil system. The listed oil capacity is 2.8 quarts / 2.6 litres with the Easy Change system.
Fuel Tank
The S130 has a 2.4 gallon / 9.1 litre fuel tank. That is enough for regular home mowing without needing constant refills.
Important Model Note
The John Deere S130 is a lawn tractor, not a farm tractor. It is made for mowing lawns and light residential use. It should not be compared to compact utility tractors for loader work, tillage, heavy towing, or hydraulic attachment use.
Summary
The John Deere S130 is a residential lawn tractor with a 22 HP V-Twin engine, 724 cc displacement, 42-inch Edge mower deck, hydrostatic transmission, electric PTO, 2.4 gallon fuel tank, and 2.8 quarts of oil capacity with the Easy Change system. It is best for homeowners who want a reliable 42-inch John Deere mower with more power than the base 100 Series models.
