1988 John Deere 318 Garden Tractor Riding Mower Onan Gas Engine FL Barn Find

  
1988 John Deere 318 Garden Tractor Riding Lawn Mower. I believe its an 18 hp Onan Twin Cylinder Gas Engine - starts easily, runs well, hour meter shows 929 hours, sometimes smokes (whiteish) momentarily at startup and instantly when revved up from idle, but clears right up. Dual Forward Hydraulics with controls, hydraulic deck. Electric forward PTO tested and working- belt is old and worn.

50 Mowing Deck with 3 blades- tested and working - looks to have had welding and fiberglass repair - no visible rust holes, blades are worn. Power Steering, Differential Rear Brakes. Brand new Rear AG/Lug Traction Tires. No rear lights, Forward lights are not functioning.

Overall the tractor appears to be in very good condition for its age. Mower deck is operational with no unusual noise.

Engine, Power Steering, and transmission operate smoothly. The brake pedals dont spring back automatically but seem well adjusted and also control the transmission properly. I suspect its because its been sitting for some time.

Seat safety switch has been bypassed, but appears to function properly when connected. PTO safety switch and Transmission neutral switch seem to work as they should. Item is located in Cape Coral, FL 33904 (close to FT Myers). The data Ive looked at says it weighs about 836 lbs.

I believe the engine in 18 hp but the model/serial number label is not readable. Item should be picked up within 7 days unless prior arrangements are made. The item "1988 John Deere 318 Garden Tractor Riding Mower Onan Gas Engine FL Barn Find" is in sale since Monday, February 15, 2021.

This item is in the category "Home & Garden\Yard, Garden & Outdoor Living\Lawn Mowers, Parts & Accessories\Lawn Mowers". The seller is "faytnkrtoy" and is located in Cape Coral, Florida. This item can't be shipped, the buyer must pick up the item.

1. Year Manufactured: 1988
2. Brand: John Deere
3. Horsepower: 18 HP
4. Model: 318
5. Type: Riding Lawn Mower
6. Engine Type: 4-Stroke
7. Propulsion Type: Self-Propelled
8. Power Source: Gasoline
9. Features: Electric Start
10. Cutting Width: 50
11. Battery Included: Yes
12. Drive Type: RWD
13. Voltage: 12 V
14. Blade Style: Rotary
15. Item Weight: 836