John Deere GT242 Transmission Speed & Gears

Quick answer:

The John Deere GT242 transmission listing shows 6-speed. Top travel speed is 6 mph forward and 3 mph reverse. Transmission options include AutoPowr, IVT, CommandQuad Plus, CommandQuad, AutoQuad Plus, and AutoQuad.

Gear count6-speed
Forward speed9.7 km/h
Reverse speed4.8 km/h
Transmission optionsAutoPowr, IVT, CommandQuad Plus, CommandQuad + 3 more

John Deere GT242 Transmission Specs

Transmission gear count 6-speed
Top forward speed 6 mph
Top reverse speed 3 mph
Transmission options AutoPowr, IVT, CommandQuad Plus, CommandQuad, AutoQuad Plus, AutoQuad, PowrQuad

Transmission Speed Comparison Chart

Top forward speed comparison

This model

6 mph

Average

17.9 mph

Low

1.6 mph

High

31.1 mph

Top reverse speed comparison

This model

3 mph

Average

11.4 mph

Low

1.7 mph

High

31.1 mph

John Deere GT242 Extra Transmission Notes

Gear note For the John Deere GT242, the main transmission numbers captured here are a 6-speed transmission figure. These are the specs buyers usually compare first because they show the usable gearing range
Speed note The John Deere GT242 speed data lists 6 mph forward and 3 mph reverse. Reverse speed is noticeably lower than forward speed, which is common on many tractor transmissions
Options note Transmission options captured for the John Deere GT242 include AutoPowr, IVT, CommandQuad Plus, CommandQuad, AutoQuad Plus, AutoQuad, PowrQuad. The long option list usually means this model family had multiple transmission packages across trims, years or markets
Official information note

Mistakes do happen. Transmission specs can change by year, trim, region, tire size and option package. Please check the operator manual, build sheet and official deere.com website for official information.