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John Deere
W48M
Commercial Walk-Behind Mowers

John Deere W48M

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Convenient controls for operator comfort and productivity

Intuitive, easy-to-reach controls keep operation simple and comfortable. Color coded, clearly marked controls enhance usability, while the ergonomic layout delivers confident handling and all day comfort. Recessed operator presence levers create a smooth, comfortable grip during operation.

Closeup of a commercial operator's hands while mowing lawn
Fabricated Floating Mower Deck Delivers High-Quality Cut

The fabricated floating deep deck provides a high-quality cut on diverse terrains. It features a durable construction with 10-gauge steel deck top, plus a 10-gauge spindle mounting plate, and 7-gauge side skirts with reinforcement bar. Adjustable anti-scalp wheels allow for a smooth mow without damaging the turf.

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V-twin engine delivers smooth operation and plenty of power

The 14.5 hp (10.81 kW) air cooled V twin engine delivers strong torque across a wide range of speeds, with full pressure lubrication for durability on uneven terrain. Its overhead valve design increases power and torque per cubic inch of displacement, improves fuel efficiency, and helps maintain cooler operating temperatures.

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Engine

Engine Manufacturer/ModelFS481V
Engine PowerAt 3600 rpm 14.5 hp* / 10.8 kWAt 3600 rpm 14.5 hp*
10.8 kW
At 3600 rpm 15.5 hp*
11.6 kW
At 3600 rpm 19 hp*
14.2 kW
At 3600 rpm 19 hp*
14.2 kW
At 3600 rpm 23.5 hp*
17.5 kW
Displacement36.8 cu in.36.8 cu in.
603 cc
36.8 cu in.
603 cc
36.8 cu in.
603 cc
36.8 cu in.
603 cc
44.3 cu in.
726 cc
Displacement603 cc36.8 cu in.
603 cc
36.8 cu in.
603 cc
36.8 cu in.
603 cc
36.8 cu in.
603 cc
44.3 cu in.
726 cc
CylindersV-twinV-twinV-twinV-twinV-twinV-twin
Operating Speed3600 rpm3,600 rpm3,600 rpm3,600 rpm3,600 rpm3,600 rpm
Ignition/StarterElectronic/recoil start
ValvingOverhead valvesOverhead valvesOverhead valvesOverhead valvesOverhead valvesOverhead V-valve
Oil FilterStandardStandardStandardStandardStandardStandard
LubricationFull pressureFull pressureFull pressureFull pressureFull pressureFull pressure
GovernorFlyweight all speed governorFlyweight all speed governorFlyweight all speed governorFlyweight all speed governorFlyweight all speed governorFlyweight all speed governor
Hour MeterStandard, digitalStandard, digitalStandard, digitalStandard, digitalStandard, digitalStandard, digital
Cooling SystemAir cooledAir cooledAir cooledAir cooledAir cooledAir cooled
Air CleanerPaper element with foam precleanerPaper element with foam precleanerHeavy-duty air cleanerHeavy-duty air cleanerHeavy-duty air cleanerHeavy-duty canister type with safety element
MufflerLow toneLow toneLow toneLow toneLow toneLow tone

Fuel System

Fuel TypeGasolineGasolineGasolineGasolineGasolineGasoline
Fuel Tank Capacity5.4 U.S. gal.5.4 U.S. gal.
20.4 L
5.4 U.S. gal.
20.4 L
5.4 U.S. gal.
20.4 L
5.4 U.S. gal.
21.9 L
5.4 U.S. gal.
20.4 L
Fuel Tank Capacity20.4 L5.4 U.S. gal.
20.4 L
5.4 U.S. gal.
20.4 L
5.4 U.S. gal.
20.4 L
5.4 U.S. gal.
21.9 L
5.4 U.S. gal.
20.4 L
Fuel PumpVacuum-operated diaphragmVacuum-operated diaphragmVacuum-operated diaphragmVacuum-operated diaphragmVacuum-operated diaphragmVacuum-operated diaphragm
Fuel Delivery SystemCarburetorCarburetorCarburetorCarburetorCarburetorCarburetor
Fuel Tank Switch/Shut Off ValveNo
Fuel PickupTop drawTop drawTop drawTop drawTop drawTop draw

Electrical System

IgnitionElectronic sparkElectronic/recoil startElectronic/electric startElectronic/electric startElectronic/electric startElectronic/electric start
HourmeterStandard, digitalStandard, digitalStandard, digitalStandard, digitalStandard, digitalStandard, digital
Operator Presence Starting SystemPTO off, park brake engaged, speed lever in neutralPTO off, park brake engaged, speed lever in neutralPTO off, park brake engaged, speed lever in neutralPTO off, park brake engaged, speed lever in neutralPTO off, park brake engaged, speed lever in neutralPTO off, park brake engaged, speed lever in neutral

Drivetrain

TransmissionTwo Hydro-Gear ZT-2800 unitized pump and wheel motor transmissions and ergonomic handles with spring-loaded neutral lockTwo Hydro-Gear™ ZT-2800™ unitized pump and wheel motor transmissions and ergonomic handles with spring-loaded neutral lockTwo Hydro-Gear™, 0.73-cu in. (10-cc) hydraulic pumps and Danfoss 12 cu-in. (197-cc) wheel motors and ergonomic handles with spring loaded neutral lockTwo Hydro-Gear™, 0.73-cu in. (10-cc) hydraulic pumps and Danfoss 12 cu-in. (197-cc) wheel motors and ergonomic handles with spring loaded neutral lockTwo Hydro-Gear™, 0.73-cu in. (10-cc) hydraulic pumps and Danfoss 12 cu-in. (197-cc) wheel motors and ergonomic handles with spring loaded neutral lockTwo Hydro-Gear™, 0.73-cu in. (10-cc) hydraulic pumps and Danfoss 12 cu-in. (197-cc) wheel motors and ergonomic handles with spring loaded neutral lock
Shift MechanismErgonomic handles with spring-loaded neutral lockErgonomic handles with spring-loaded neutral lockErgonomic handles with spring-loaded neutral lockErgonomic handles with spring-loaded neutral lockErgonomic handles with spring-loaded neutral lockErgonomic handles with spring-loaded neutral lock

Tires

Drive Wheels18x8.5-818x6.5-818x6.5-818x8.5-818x8.5-818x8.5-8
Caster Wheels9x3.5-4 semi-pneumatic9x3.5-4 semi-pneumatic9x3.5-4 semi-pneumatic9x3.5-4 semi-pneumatic9x3.5-4 semi-pneumatic9x3.5-4 semi-pneumatic

Travel Speed

Forward SpeedsInfiniteInfiniteInfiniteInfiniteInfiniteInfinite
Reverse SpeedsInfiniteInfiniteInfiniteInfiniteInfiniteInfinite
Speed Range - Forward6.5 mph
Speed Range - Forward10.5 km/h
Speed Range - Reverse3 mph
Speed Range - Reverse4.8 km/h

Brakes

TypeDynamic braking with hand controls, hand lever to set parking brakeGasolineGasolineGasolineGasolineGasoline

Dimensions

Height44.8 in.44.8 in.
114 cm
44.8 in.
114 cm
44.8 in.
114 cm
44.8 in.
114 cm
44.8 in.
114 cm
Height114 cm44.8 in.
114 cm
44.8 in.
114 cm
44.8 in.
114 cm
44.8 in.
114 cm
44.8 in.
114 cm
Length With Deck74 in.76.4 in.
194 cm
76.4 in.
194 cm
74 in.
188 cm
74.5 in.
189 cm
83 in.
211 cm
Length With Deck188 cm76.4 in.
194 cm
76.4 in.
194 cm
74 in.
188 cm
74.5 in.
189 cm
83 in.
211 cm
Width - Deflector Down62 in.
Width - Deflector Down157 cm
Width - Deflector Up For Storage50 in.
Width - Deflector Up For Storage127 cm
Weight645 lb.With full fuel and oil, 590 lb
268 kg
655 lb
297 kg
705 lb
320 kg
720 lb
327 kg
785 lb
356 kg
Weight293 kgWith full fuel and oil, 590 lb
268 kg
655 lb
297 kg
705 lb
320 kg
720 lb
327 kg
785 lb
356 kg

Mower Decks

Mower Deck Size48 in.36 in.
91.4 cm
36 in.
91.4 cm
48 in.
122 cm
52 in.
132 cm
61 in.
155 cm
Mower Deck Size122 cm36 in.
91.4 cm
36 in.
91.4 cm
48 in.
122 cm
52 in.
132 cm
61 in.
155 cm
Material10-gauge, 0.14-in. (3.42-mm) fabricated steel deck top with added 10-gauge, 0.14-in. (3.42-mm) spindle mounting plate, 7-gauge, 0.19-in. (4.8-mm) side skirts with reinforcement bar
BladesThree high-lift
Blades - Length16.5 in.
Blades - Length41.9 cm
Blades - Thickness0.25 in.
Blades - Thickness0.64 cm
Blade DriveV-Belt
Blade Tip Speed18000 fpmApproximately 18,000 fpm
5,486 m/min
Approximately 18,000 fpm
5,486 m/min
Approximately 18,000 fpm
5,486 m/min
Approximately 18,000 fpm
5,486 m/min
Approximately 18,000 fpm
5,486 m/min
Blade Tip Speed5486 m/minApproximately 18,000 fpm
5,486 m/min
Approximately 18,000 fpm
5,486 m/min
Approximately 18,000 fpm
5,486 m/min
Approximately 18,000 fpm
5,486 m/min
Approximately 18,000 fpm
5,486 m/min
Cutting Height1.5-4.5 in.
Cutting Height3.8-11.4 cm

Buyer's note

Warranty24 month24 month36 months or 1200 hours, whichever comes first: First 24 months, no hour limitation36 months or 1200 hours, whichever comes first: First 24 months, no hour limitation36 months or 1200 hours, whichever comes first: First 24 months, no hour limitation36 months or 1200 hours, whichever comes first: First 24 months, no hour limitation

Additional Information

Date Collected2022-07-11T00:00:0011July-202211-July-202211-July-202211-July-202211-July-2022