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S120 42 in. 22 HP V-Twin Gas Hydrostatic Riding Lawn Tractor

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  • 22 HP V-twin John Deere branded engine for stronger performance
  • John Deere Easy Change system - 30 second oil change
  • NEW - Easy Read Fuel Gauge - easily see the remaining fuel level
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Product Details

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Easy to Own, Use and Maintain

Best in class ergonomics that is both comfortable and easy to operate.

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Backed by John Deere Certified Technicians.

Your John Deere dealer is here to answer questions about products, service, parts and more.

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For Yard and Lawn Care

Customize your mower with the right attachment for any job.

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Easy Change 30-Second Oil Change System

The John Deere Easy Change 30-Second Oil Change System makes changing the engine oil easy, quick, and clean.

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Easy - Read Fuel Gauge

An industry first in this category, the Easy - Read Fuel Gauge is easy to see from the seat.

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15" open high back seat

15-in. two-piece seat with an open back​. Increased comfort that is cooler and won’t collect rainwater.​

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Hydrostatic transmission w/side by side pedals

This Industry Exclusive feature provides quick and easy forward and reverse direction changes. Easier maneuvering leads to less time mowing.

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22 hp John Deere Engine

22-hp (16.4-kW) V-twin engine has plenty of power to handle tough mowing, mulching, and bagging conditions.

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42" Edge Cutting system

The Edge Cutting System is made to process and efficiently disperse more grass.

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Cruise control

Cruise control kit allows the operator to set and maintain speed. Ideal for use in mowing on larger properties.

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Ergonomically designed Height of Cut handle

13 different cutting height options are available. Cutting heights range from 1 to 4 in. in 1/4 in. increments

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MowerPlus App

Tracks user’s current mowing session with average mowing speed, area covered, and items such as fuel level and battery health.

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Built in Greeneville, TN US

Made in the USA.

Built in Greeneville, TN, the John Deere S120 riding lawn tractor is the premium 42 in. deck model of the 100 series line up. You'll experience more power and smoother operation with a John Deere branded 22 HP V-Twin engine. The ergonomic design of the operator's station is wide and comfortable. Side-by-side foot pedals control the speed and direction of travel, while the cruise control provides a constant mowing speed, good for mowing larger properties. The 42 in. Edge mower deck is time-tested and, with its deep deck design, proven to offer superior cut quality. This mower can easily be equipped to bag or mulch. For easy serviceability, the S120 offers the John Deere Easy Change 30-Second Oil Change System. It's the original All-In-One oil and oil filter canister, allowing anyone to easily change the tractor oil with no tools required.
  • For questions about service and repair, please call the John Deere Customer Contact Center at 800-537-8233 or reference the Service & Repair document
  • 22 HP V-twin John Deere branded smooth running engine to mow, haul and get it all done
  • 42 in. edge cutting system has a deep deck design to lift grass for a superior cut with a smooth underside to prevent grass buildup
  • Easy read fuel gauge placed on the dash allows customers to easily see how much fuel is left in the tank
  • Mower deck lift lever easily raises and lowers the deck from 1 in. to 4 in. with 13 different cutting heights available
  • Ergonomic operator station is wide and comfortable with easily adjustable controls
  • John Deere easy change 30-second oil change system is under the hood, this all-in-1 oil and oil filter canister, allows anyone to easily change their oil with no tools required
  • 15 in. high-back seat is easily adjustable, with 10 possible positions, adjustments can be made while seated for the perfect fit
  • Powerful (300 cca) battery helps with starts even after lengthy storage
  • Cruise control maintains tractor speed for mowing larger areas
  • Fully welded steel frame and cast iron front axle provides strength and durability with an optional front bumper available for added protection
  • Hassle free ownership a John Deere authorized technician will perform a thorough 10-point pre-delivery inspection on all new John Deere mowers prior to sale
  • Baggers, carts, aerators, spreaders, front blade, mulch plug and snow blowers are sold separately to help with projects around the yard
  • Be sure to register your 2-year bumper to bumper warranty registration and stay connected with your servicing John Deere dealer
  • Engine horsepower and torque information are provided by the engine manufacturer to be used for comparison purposes only, actual operating horsepower and torque will be less; refer to the manufacturer's website for additional information
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Specifications

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Questions & Answers

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Q:Does it have a trailer hitch
by|Mar 24, 2023
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A:  ? Trailer Hitch ? - 3/26 REPLY ...Since this Mower only has a "200" transmission-Transaxle...heavy duty, frequent Towing is not good for longevity...seek S-170 minimum for time-tested {K-46 Unit} instead.

by|Mar 26, 2023

A:  Thank you for visiting The Home Depot website. We do offer an optional Magnetic Hitch Pin for the S120 Lawn Tractor that allows the use of tow-behind attachments. Total towed weight must not exceed combined weight of pulling machine, ballast, and operator. Use counterweights or wheel weights as described in the Operator’s Manual.

by|Mar 26, 2023
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    Q:does the assembled width of 54.9" include the 42" mower deck?
    by|Mar 24, 2023
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    A:  Yes.  The discharge shield extends approximately 12 inches past the rear wheel to get to the 55 inch width.  Otherwise, total width would only be about 48 inches

    by|Mar 26, 2023

      A:  Yes, the deck extends beyond the outside edges of the "mower" itself. Keep in mind the deck has a cover over the discharge opening resulting in the assembled width dimension. The discharge cover flips up so if in the up position, it takes 10-12 inches off the overall width of he entire mower/deck.

      by|Mar 26, 2023

        A:  Thank you for visiting The Home Depot website. The S120 Lawn Tractor has an overall width of 46.5 in. (1181 mm) with the mower deck attached and the deflector raised for storage. The mower deck is included in the width.

        by|Mar 26, 2023
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          Q:Is this a zero turn?
          by|Mar 21, 2023
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          A:  No it is not

          by|Mar 26, 2023

            A:  No

            by|Mar 24, 2023

              A:  Thank you for visiting The Home Depot website. No, the S100 Series Lawn Tractors are not zero-turn mowers. If you would like to look at our zero-turn mowers we call ours ZTrak™ Mowers.

              by|Mar 22, 2023

                A:  ? ZERO TURN ? - Mandatory to have pair of front Caster wheels, zero steering wheel plus twin Transaxle Units.

                by|Mar 26, 2023
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                Q:Does the mower blades operate in reverse.
                by|Mar 19, 2023
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                A:  No, there is a knob that you hold down to disingage the blades so that you can back up. Otherwise the engines bogs down and makes a horrible sound.

                by|Mar 21, 2023

                  A:  Thank you for visiting The Home Depot website. Yes, you can mow in reverse with the S120 Lawn Tractor. You will need to activate the Reverse Implement Option (RIO) to do so. To learn more about how to operate the S120 in reverse, please check the Operator's Manual under the "Operating" Section. You can find many of our Operator's Manuals online at techpubs.deere.com.

                  by|Mar 21, 2023
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                    Broken belt on first cut.
                    After researching for many months; I finally decided to get the John Deere S120. I had it delivered to my house and everything was great with the delivery from Home Depot. I only have a half acre but on my very first mow - the S120 didn't even make it half way through before the belt broke. I'm very disappointed - to say the least - with the belts that John Deere are using. I had read another such story but took the chance anyway. Hopefully the next belt will last longer.
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                      Excellent machine. Plenty of power easy to maneuver and great...
                      Excellent machine. Plenty of power easy to maneuver and great turning radius! Very happy with the purchase
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                      Any Deere is a great Deere it's American made Equipment...
                      Any Deere is a great Deere it's American made Equipment that's what I love it I would love to do a brand deal John Deere and home Depot
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                      Could have been better
                      I paid 2245.00 cash for this tractor. The three front grease fittings thats veey visible was greased. The deck spindles were NOT greased. Thats where its really needed. The steering has a lot of play in it. The reverse while mowing button needs to be re thought to be like my 2 cub cadet xt1's. You turn the key and hold in a switch one time. Thats how it should be. I like the mower but i absolutely hate the 30 second oil change mess. As a former Harley Davidson mechanic i can honestly say the engineering dept at jd must have studied at the three stooges university. I wish i would have bought the s100. Again i say i do like the mower and i love the over size tires on the rear... but jd needs to rethink a lot of this particular unit.
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                        Bad shoulder, no problem
                        Switched from push to riding this year after my shoulder surgery. Never used a rider before and was able to learn on my own and use within the first hour of it delivered. Very easy to learn. Highly recommend if you have 1 acre or less and want to mow in 20 minutes. I look forward to getting the attachments to help my lawn be great. Good job John Deere and Home Depot.
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                          I'm not paid by John Deere or Home Depot
                          Since the pandemic, It has become impossible to find anyone to mow my property for what I could afford anymore on a fixed income so I invested in this lawn tractor. It was delivered ahead of schedule to my home in perfect condition. It was perfectly set up right off the truck with a 1/4 tank of gas and battery charged. I can say this because I spent two days reading the instructions and checking all the boxes. Kudos to Home Depot for the professional set up and delivery. With a historic amount of leaves and acorns on the ground and weeds already knee high on my hilly and tree covered property, this tractor made quick work out of it. I cut the first time at 3-1/4" and then followed up the next day at 2-1/2". The power was above expectation and the ease of operation made my life much easier than I expected. I now own the JD 750# utility cart and 175# spreader both of which perform beautifully.
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                          Hard to start and blows blue smoke out of the...
                          Hard to start and blows blue smoke out of the front
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                          Response from JohnDeereMar 23, 2023
                          We're sorry tot hear that. We suggest looking through your Operator's Manual under the "Troubleshooting" Section to see if we have a solution to your problem. If these issues continue, we suggest speaking to your local John Deere dealer. If needed, you can find your local dealer at Deere.com/Dealer.
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                          John Deere lawn tractor exceeded my expectations. Should...
                          John Deere lawn tractor exceeded my expectations. Should be a very nice season ahead !!!
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                          We're glad to hear that!
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                          John Deere S120 Lawn Tractor.
                          Plenty of horse power and turn radius is very good. Easy to adjust cutting height but the backup safety feature is a bit cumbersome.
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                          Cutting Width (in.)42 inches42 inches46 inches50 inches
                          Horsepower (HP)13.5 hp22 hp22 hp24 hp
                          Mower SizeSmallSmallMediumLarge
                          Riding Mower FeaturesAdjustable Cutting Height,Adjustable Speed,Assembly Required,Blade Brake,Built-in Hitch,Cup Holder,Headlights,Keyed start,Mid Back,Pneumatic Tires,Residential,Reverse Mowing,Rust resistant deck,Single-lever height adjustment,Translucent Fuel TankAdjustable Cutting Height,Cruise Control,Cup Holder,Deck cleanout,Headlights,Hour Meter,Keyed start,Residential,Reverse MowingAdjustable Cutting Height,Adjustable Speed,Assembly Required,Battery level indicator,Built-in Hitch,Cruise Control,Cup Holder,Deck cleanout,Headlights,Hour Meter,Keyed start,Pneumatic Tires,Residential,Reverse Mowing,Rust resistant deck,Single-lever height adjustment,Translucent Fuel TankAdjustable Cutting Height,Adjustable Speed,Assembly Required,Battery level indicator,Built-in Hitch,Cruise Control,Cup Holder,Deck cleanout,Headlights,Hour Meter,Keyed start,Pneumatic Tires,Residential,Reverse Mowing,Rust resistant deck,Single-lever height adjustment,Translucent Fuel Tank
                          Number of CylindersSingle CylinderV-TwinV-TwinV-Twin
                          Power TypeGasGasGasGas
                          Engine MakeBriggs and Stratton EngineOEM Branded EngineKohler EngineKohler Engine
                          Size of Yard1 - 2 Acres1/2 - 2 Acres2 - 4 Acres2 - 4 Acres
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