Jim Turner 42 #1 Posted November 1, 2020 I noticed on the tractor data website they list a 42" deck as an option on the 855 tractor. My 877 came with a 32" deck and it appears that something is broken at one end because the blades are not in sync. I wanted to get the biggest deck I can fit under my 877. I think it must be a 36" deck and the listed option for a 42" was probably in error. Anyone have a link to the manual for the 877? I found downloadable manual section difficult to navigate or search for an 877 manual. I am probably doing something wrong. Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,033 #2 Posted November 1, 2020 Garry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 11,351 #3 Posted November 1, 2020 I think an 8hp would be underpowered for a 42 inch deck. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tommy1004 0 #4 Posted March 11, 2021 Just got my 855 wheel horse and I do not know how to put the mowing deck on Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,033 #5 Posted March 13, 2021 The picture is a slighter older model than the tractor. See if this helps Garry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cschannuth 3,816 #6 Posted March 13, 2021 On 11/1/2020 at 12:01 PM, Jim Turner said: I noticed on the tractor data website they list a 42" deck as an option on the 855 tractor. My 877 came with a 32" deck and it appears that something is broken at one end because the blades are not in sync. I wanted to get the biggest deck I can fit under my 877. I think it must be a 36" deck and the listed option for a 42" was probably in error. Anyone have a link to the manual for the 877? I found downloadable manual section difficult to navigate or search for an 877 manual. I am probably doing something wrong. Thanks. I have 42 inch in nice condition that came off a charger 12 that I will give you if you would be willing to meet me in St. Louis Missouri. I have it listed in the classified for sale section here on RS. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 11,351 #7 Posted March 13, 2021 I could be wrong, but I don't think a 42" deck off a Charger will work under an 877. The 877 is a short frame tractor, and I believe a Charger is a long frame tractor. The 36" rotary mower under my 68 Commando 8, comes really close to the rear wheels. But that's real nice offer, just the same Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Turner 42 #8 Posted March 20, 2021 On 3/13/2021 at 6:56 AM, cschannuth said: I have 42 inch in nice condition that came off a charger 12 that I will give you if you would be willing to meet me in St. Louis Missouri. I have it listed in the classified for sale section here on RS. Just now seen you post. that is a little far for me to drive but thanks anyway. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,040 #9 Posted March 20, 2021 42" deck will not work. Tractor data site has a lot of false info. Biggest deck was a 36" RD for that tractor. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
evanloock 221 #10 Posted March 20, 2021 There was a 42 inch deck for the short frame tractors and it was PROBLEMATIC......the RM-425, They are rare, parts aren't available, and like I said they had many issues due to belt routing, attachment system, etc. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stepney 2,325 #11 Posted March 23, 2021 RM-425 was a mechanical nightmare but was in fact a standard 42" shell. With some ingenuity a sears suburban sort of mule drive/tensioner could be rigged up to work, or a standard with a regular PTO clutch. Only say that because I saw a Commando 6 rigged that way once. But the short frames were all underpowered for the job.. so it's not really worth the thought IMO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
