The John Deere R battery size is listed as Group 24F, 6 V, 1400 CCA, 10.25 × 6.81 × 8.88 in.
Battery sizeGroup 24F
Voltage6 V
CCA1400 CCA
Case size10.25 × 6.81 × 8.88 in
John Deere R Battery Specs
Battery size / group
Group 24F
Battery voltage
6 V
Battery CCA
1400 CCA
Battery dimensions
10.25 × 6.81 × 8.88 in
Battery Spec Comparisons Chart
CCA comparison
This model
1400 CCA
Average
688.22 CCA
Low
150 CCA
High
1850 CCA
Voltage comparison
This model
6 V
Average
11.66 V
Low
6 V
High
24 V
Case length comparison
This model
10.25 in
Average
11.13 in
Low
7.75 in
High
13 in
John Deere R Battery FAQ
Replacement battery recommendation
John Deere offers two main battery lines: standard-duty Performance Batteries and heavy-duty StrongBox batteries, both designed to meet equipment specifications and backed by warranty
Battery voltage
The official battery voltage for the John Deere Model A tractor is 6 volts. However, some owners have modified their tractors to use two 6-volt batteries in series, resulting in a 12-volt system
Battery group size
The official John Deere R tractor battery group size is BCI Group Size 24F, which is commonly used in compact and utility tractors. This size provides high power for small-to-medium diesel engines and fits perfectly in John Deere tractor compartments
Battery CCA
The recommended official John Deere R tractor battery has a Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) rating of 1150 to 1400 CCA, depending on the specific model
Battery location
The battery on the John Deere R tractor is located underneath the right access step. To access it, you may need to open the flap and possibly remove the access step by taking out the attaching screws
Battery replacement steps
To replace the battery on a John Deere D tractor, first disconnect the negative cable, then the positive cable, and remove the battery hold-down bracket. After installing the new battery, connect the positive cable first, followed by the negative cable. Wikipedia
Bad battery symptoms
A weak or failed battery is a common cause of starting problems in John Deere tractors, often indicated by clicking sounds when turning the key or slow cranking of the engine
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Please check official deere.com website for official information.
