John Deere 245 Belt Size

Quick answer:

The deck belt size found is 66 in (1,676 mm) long by 0.5 in (13 mm) wide. The drive belt part number found is M800100. The drive belt size found is 74 in (1,880 mm) long by 0.5 in (13 mm) wide.

Deck belt sizelength 66 in (1,676 mm) and width 0.5 in (13 mm)
Drive belt part #M800100
Drive belt sizelength 74 in (1,880 mm) and width 0.5 in (13 mm)

John Deere 245 Belt Size and Part Numbers

Mower deck belt length 66 in (1,676 mm)
Mower deck belt width 0.5 in (13 mm)
Drive belt part number M800100
Drive belt length 74 in (1,880 mm)
Drive belt width 0.5 in (13 mm)

Belt Size Comparison Chart

Belt length comparison

This model

66 in

Average

75 in

Low

50 in

High

105 in

Belt width comparison

This model

0.5 in

Average

0.5 in

Low

0.38 in

High

0.75 in

John Deere 245 Belt Notes

Mower deck belt note The John Deere 245 deck belt measurement captured here is length 66 in (1,676 mm) and width 0.5 in (13 mm). Confirm the belt against the deck tag, belt decal or parts diagram before ordering
Drive belt note The John Deere 245 drive or transmission belt listing shows part number M800100, length 74 in (1,880 mm) and width 0.5 in (13 mm). Treat it as partial drive-belt data if no matching width or OEM part number is shown
Fitment note For the John Deere 245, use the listed specs as a buying guide, but confirm against the operator manual, parts diagram or belt label before spending money

John Deere 245 Belt Size FAQ

What should you watch when fitting a 66 in (1,676 mm) deck belt on the John Deere 245?

A 66 in (1,676 mm) deck belt leaves little room for sloppy routing. This is a mid-length belt run, so routing and idler position still matter more than just matching a close-looking belt. Before blaming the new belt, compare the belt path to the routing decal and make sure it sits on the correct side of each keeper

Should you buy the John Deere 245 belt by length only?

No. The deck 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. Use length, width and OEM part number together where possible

Which John Deere 245 belt needs more careful length matching?

The drive belt is longer here: deck 66 in (1,676 mm) versus drive 74 in (1,880 mm), about 8 in (203 mm) different. Do not cross-match them just because both are mower belts

Official information note

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.