John Deere 1420 Commercial Out-Front Mowers
John Deere 1420
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sold in last yearGeneral overview
John Deere 1420 is a mower for turf and grounds maintenance, powered by a Yanmar 3-cyl gasoline engine rated at 21 kW (28 hp). It combines Hydrostatic drive with a Front PTO (mower deck drive), giving it a straightforward setup for front-deck mowing work in farm and grounds maintenance settings. An alternator supports the electrical system.
The mower uses a 1,524 mm (5 ft) front deck built from stamped steel and configured for side discharge, with mulching optional. A 25 mm (1 in) height of cut range, 2WD, and an electro-magnetic clutch with brake define the operating setup. A 60 L (16 US gal) fuel capacity supports extended operation.
Year
2003, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
Country of manufacturing
United States
General specifications
Dimensions
Length
Height
Width
1,990 mm
~78.3 in
1,321 mm
~52 in
1,270 mm
~50 in
Engine Power
28 hp
Displacement
cu(m)
Electrical system type
Alternator
Rated power
28 hp
Manufacturer
Yanmar
Mower deck type
Front deck
Mower deck size
1,524 mm
Deck Construction
Stamped steel
Deck Thickness
3 mm
Mower deck style
Side discharge, mulching optional mm
Deck blades number
3
Caster Wheel Type
Turf caster (front-mounted)
Hitch type
Three-point hitch
Overall width
1.6 m
Tires
23x10.5-12 4PR turf tires
Drivetrain
Hydrostatic drive
Engine Model
Yanmar (specific model not listed; 3-cyl gasoline)
Height of Cut Range
25 mm
Electro Magnetic with Brake
Yes (electro-magnetic clutch with brake standard on front mowers)
PTO Drive
Front PTO (mower deck drive)
Required HP (PTO)
12.68 kW
Cutting width
1.22 m
Deck thickness, gauge
10 gauge
PTO speed
540 rpm
Tire Ply Rating
4PR
Deck Discharge
Side discharge
Number of Blades
3
Additional specifications
Fuel capacity
60 L
Drive type
2WD (hydrostatic; AWD variants exist per listings)
Fuel Type
gasoline
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John Deere 1420 Commercial Out-Front Mower
28 hp
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What is the average price of a John Deere 1420?
No confirmed market price is supplied for the John Deere 1420. Check current listings and compare machine condition, location, and configuration.
What are the key advantages of the John Deere 1420?
Listed features include a 20.9 kW (28 hp) Yanmar engine, hydrostatic drive, front PTO mower-deck drive, and a 1,524 mm (60 in) front deck. The deck has side discharge, with mulching optional, and an electro-magnetic clutch with brake is standard on front mowers.
What type of engine does the 1420 use?
The 1420 uses a Yanmar 3-cyl gasoline engine. A specific engine model is not listed in the supplied specifications.
How much horsepower does the 1420 have?
The 1420 is rated at 20.9 kW (28 hp).
What fuel does the John Deere 1420 use?
The John Deere 1420 uses gasoline.
What jobs is this Mowers best suited for?
The supplied specifications indicate a front-deck mower with a 1,524 mm (60 in) side-discharge deck, optional mulching, turf tires, and hydrostatic drive. They do not confirm specific job applications or site conditions.
What is the expected lifespan of the 1420?
The supplied data does not provide an expected service life for the 1420. For a used machine, inspect engine condition, hydrostatic drive operation, mower deck wear, PTO function, and maintenance records.
What should a buyer check when purchasing a used Mowers?
Check the engine starting and running condition, hydrostatic drive response, mower deck for damage or corrosion, blade and spindle condition, PTO and electro-magnetic clutch operation, tire condition, fuel system, electrical system, and available maintenance records.
