Maintaining the correct tire pressure in your lawn mower is essential for optimal performance, maneuverability, fuel efficiency, and even grass health.
In this post, we’ll provide a detailed Lawn Mower Tire Pressure Chart for major brands and models. Let’s jump in.
Lawn Mower Tire Pressure Chart
Riding Mowers
John Deere
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI D110 14 10 E130 14 10 X350 14 10 X730 15 12 S240 14 10 X390 14 10 LX178 10 8 X570 14 10 D140 14 10
Cub Cadet
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI XT1 Enduro Series 14 10 XT2 GX54 D 14 10 LT46 10 10 CC30H 14 10 SLT1554 14 10 XT1 LT50 14 10
Toro
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI Titan MyRide 13 10 Super Recycler 14 10 LX425 14 10 Titan ZX5450 13 10
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Husqvarna
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI YTH22V46 15 12 LTH1738 14 10 TS354XD 14 12 YTH18542 14 10 GT54CS 14 12 YTA24V48 14 10
Craftsman
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI T110 14 10 LT2000 14 10 T225 14 10 T3200 14 10 T240 14 10
Troy-Bilt
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI Pony 42 14 10 Bronco 46K 14 10 Super Bronco 54 14 10 TB46 14 10 TB42 14 10
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Snapper
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI RE100 Rear Engine 14 10 SPX 42 14 10 S200XT 14 10 S150XT 14 10
Kubota
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI T2090 14 10 GR2120 14 10 BX2680 14 12 T1880 14 10 BX1880 14 12
Ariens
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI EDGE 42 14 10 Zoom 34 14 10 Max Zoom 48 14 10 DYT 4000 14 10
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Simplicity
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI Regent 25/48 14 10 Broadmoor 25/52 14 10 Prestige 27/50 14 10 Legacy XL 14 12
MTD
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI Yard-Man 42″ 14 10 Gold 50″ 14 10 990 Series 14 10 Pro 46″ 14 10 LT3800 14 10
Zero-Turn Mowers
John Deere
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI Z375R 13 9 Z515E 15 10 Z720E 13 9 Z335E 13 9 Z425 13 9
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Cub Cadet
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI ZT1 50 13 9 RZT-L 54 14 10 Ultima ZT2 60 13 9 ZTX4 54 13 9
Toro
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI TimeCutter SS4225 13 (or N/A if semi-pneumatic) 10 TimeCutter MX6050 13 10 Z Master 2000 13 10 Z Master 6000 13 10
Husqvarna
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI Z254F 13 9 MZ61 13 9 Z248F 13 9 Z242F 13 9
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Craftsman
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI Z525 13 9 Z560 13 9 Z580 13 9
Troy-Bilt
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI Mustang Z54 13 9 Mustang Z42 13 9 Mustang Z46 13 9
Snapper
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI 360Z 13 9 550Z 13 9 460Z 13 9
Bad Boy
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI ZT Elite 14 12 MZ Magnum 14 12 Maverick HD 14 12 Outlaw Rogue 14 12 Rebel 14 12
Kubota
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI ZG222 13 9 Z726X 13 9 Z422 13 9
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Ariens
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI IKON XD 52 14 10 APEX 60 14 12 IKON XL 60 14 12
Scag
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI Liberty Z 14 12 Tiger Cat II 14 12 Patriot 52 14 12 Cheetah II 14 12 V-Ride II 14 12
Gravely
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI ZT HD 52 14 12 Pro-Turn ZX 14 12 ZT X 42 14 10 Pro-Stance 52 14 12 ZT XL 52 14 12
Exmark
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI Radius E-Series 48″ 13 9 Lazer Z X-Series 14 12 Quest E-Series 13 9 Turf Tracer S-Series 14 12 Staris E-Series 13 9
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Ferris
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI IS 700Z 13 9 ISX 800 14 12 SRS Z2 14 12 400S 14 10 IS 3200Z 14 12
Simplicity
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI Courier 23/48 13 9 ZT3500 13 9 Contender XT 13 9
Walker
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI Model T25i 13 9 Model B23i 13 9 Model H38i 13 9
Push/Walk-Behind Mowers
Toro
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI Recycler 22″ 25 N/A TimeMaster 30″ 20 N/A Super Recycler 21″ 25 N/A Personal Pace 22″ 25 N/A
Husqvarna
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI HU800AWD 25 N/A LC221RH 25 N/A LB553S 25 N/A
Craftsman
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI M105 25 N/A M250 25 N/A M270 25 N/A
Troy-Bilt
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI TB115 25 N/A TB230 25 N/A TB200 25 N/A
Snapper
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI Ninja 190cc 25 N/A HI VAC 21″ 25 N/A SP60V 25 N/A
Ryobi
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI 80V Brushless 25 N/A RY401140 25 N/A RY401110 25 N/A
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Ego
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI LM2135SP 25 N/A LM2156SP 25 N/A LM2102SP 25 N/A
Greenworks
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI MO80L410 25 N/A 60V 21″ 25 N/A 40V 20″ 25 N/A
Honda
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI HRX217 25 N/A HRN216 25 N/A HRC216 25 N/A
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Black+Decker
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI CM2040 25 N/A MM2000 25 N/A
Worx
Model Front Tire PSI Rear Tire PSI WG779 25 N/A WG743 25 N/A
How to Check and Inflate Lawn Mower Tires
Maintaining the right pressure is simple and only takes a few minutes.
Tools Needed:
Tire pressure gauge (digital or analog)
Portable air compressor or hand pump
Steps:
Park your mower on a flat surface.
Locate the tire valve stem on each tire.
Remove the valve cap and press the pressure gauge onto the stem.
Check the PSI reading.
Inflate or deflate as needed to match the recommended PSI.
Replace the valve cap.
Tip : Always check the tire pressure when the tires are cold for the most accurate reading.
FAQs
What PSI Should My Lawn Mower Tires Be?
Most lawn mower tires require:
Front tires : 12–16 PSI
Rear tires : 8–12 PSI
However, this can vary based on the mower type , brand , and tire size . For example:
Riding mowers typically use:
Front : 14 PSI
Rear : 10 PSI
Zero-turn mowers :
Front : 13 PSI
Rear : 9–12 PSI
Push mowers (with pneumatic tires):
What Is the Correct Tire Pressure Amount?
The correct tire pressure is the manufacturer-recommended PSI (pounds per square inch) . This is typically:
Printed on the tire sidewall
Specified in the owner’s manual
Sometimes labeled on a sticker under the mower seat or fender
Exceeding or going below this can lead to:
Uneven mowing
Premature tire wear
Reduced fuel efficiency
Poor traction or steering
How Much Air Do I Put in My John Deere Lawn Mower Tires?
For most John Deere riding mowers:
Front tires : 14 PSI
Rear tires : 10 PSI
For John Deere zero-turn models:
Front : 13 PSI
Rear : 9–10 PSI
Always refer to your John Deere manual, as pressures can vary slightly across models like the D110, E130, X350, or Z375R.
What Is the Correct Pressure for Tyre?
This depends on:
Tire size
Weight load
Terrain
Type of mower (push, riding, ZTR)
A good general range:
Small push mower : 20–30 PSI
Mid-size riding mower : 10–14 PSI (front), 8–12 PSI (rear)
Heavy-duty zero-turn mower : up to 12 PSI rear, 13–14 PSI front
Do not use automotive tire pressure specs. Lawn mower tires are low-pressure, high-volume.
How Do You Read a Lawn Mower Tire?
Lawn mower tire sidewalls include important details. Here’s how to read them:
Example: 15×6.00-6
15 = Overall tire diameter in inches
6.00 = Tire width in inches
6 = Rim (wheel) diameter in inches
You may also find:
Max Load (e.g., 415 lbs)
Max PSI (e.g., 14 PSI)
Tire Ply Rating (e.g., 2-ply, 4-ply)
This helps determine the ideal inflation and replacement tire size.
What PSI Should My Tire Rating Be?
Your tire’s PSI rating refers to the maximum safe pressure the tire can hold, not necessarily what you should inflate it to.
Example:
Tire Max PSI : 30 PSI
Recommended Operating PSI : 14–20 PSI
You should inflate the tire to what the equipment manufacturer recommends , which is usually lower than the max PSI on the sidewall . This provides better traction and a smoother ride.