Every John Deere tractor owner, especially those with models like the E130, understands the value of versatility and efficiency in lawn care and property maintenance. A high-quality utility cart is an indispensable tool for maximizing the capabilities of your tractor, turning it into a multi-functional workhorse. The John Deere 7P Poly Utility Cart stands out as an affordable and durable solution, perfectly compatible with a wide range of John Deere equipment, including the E100 series and specifically the E130.
7P Poly Utility Cart
This utility cart is designed to seamlessly integrate with your John Deere tractor, both aesthetically and functionally. Painted and decaled to match the iconic John Deere green and yellow, it not only looks the part but is built to perform. Whether you’re hauling firewood, managing lawn debris, transporting mulch, or moving garden supplies, the 7P Poly Utility Cart is engineered to handle a variety of tasks around your property.
It is crucial to operate any towed equipment safely. Always ensure that the loaded weight of the cart does not exceed the weight of your tractor plus the operator to maintain proper braking and control. For models like EZtrak™ or ZTrak™ mowers, the towed weight should not surpass 250 lb (113.4 kg). Refer to your vehicle’s specifications for precise weight limits.
7P Poly Utility Cart
Key Features of the 7P Poly Utility Cart
The 7P Poly Utility Cart is packed with features designed for durability, ease of use, and long-lasting performance.
Premium Polyethylene Construction
The cart bed is constructed from premium molded, high-density polyethylene. This compression molding process ensures optimal thickness in all areas, providing superior strength and exceptional durability. Unlike metal carts, the polyethylene body is resistant to rust and dents, maintaining its new appearance for years to come.
For added convenience and versatility, the cart incorporates molded-in stake pockets. These 0.75-in. (2-cm) x 2-in. (5-cm) pockets make adding side extensions straightforward, increasing the cart’s carrying capacity for larger loads. Furthermore, two vertical 0.75-in. (2-cm) molded channels on each side facilitate the use of dividers, allowing you to organize and separate the cart box into two or three compartments – ideal for managing different types of materials simultaneously. Thoughtful design extends to the interior of the box, with ribs molded into the bottom. These ribs not only enhance strength but also prevent shovel damage to bolts when unloading materials. The sloped tailgate design is another user-friendly feature, making emptying the cart effortless without the need to unlatch or remove a traditional tailgate.
Robust Wheels and Tires
7P Utility Cart wheel
The wheels of the 7P Utility Cart are built for durability and smooth operation. Mounted on a solid, one-piece axle, they are designed to withstand heavy use. Iron and Oilite® wheel bearings, equipped with grease fittings, ensure consistent lubrication, contributing to the wheels’ long lifespan and reliable performance. The pneumatic tires are chosen for their turf-friendly tread, providing excellent flotation to minimize ground pressure and prevent damage to your lawn. These tires also offer superior shock absorption, making for a smoother ride even over uneven terrain, and minimize rolling resistance, making the cart easier to pull, even when fully loaded.
Sloped Tailgate for Easy Unloading
Sloped tailgate for easy emptying
The innovative sloped tailgate design is a standout feature of the 7P Poly Utility Cart. This design eliminates the need for a hinged or removable tailgate, simplifying the unloading process. The sloped rear of the cart allows materials to slide out easily when tilted, saving time and effort, especially when dealing with bulky loads like mulch or soil.
Convenient Tractor Hitch
Spring-pin tractor hitch
Connecting the 7P Utility Cart to your John Deere E130 or other compatible tractor is quick and easy thanks to the large-diameter hitch pin. This robust pin ensures a strong and secure connection to the tractor hitch. The spring pin mechanism further guarantees that the hitch pin remains securely in place during operation, providing peace of mind and reliable towing.
User-Friendly Tilt Latch
Tilt latch
Unloading is made even more convenient with the easy-to-use, spring-loaded dump latch. This tilt latch allows you to effortlessly tilt the cart box for dumping materials. The steep dump angle ensures that the cart empties completely, reducing the need for manual shoveling and making quick work of any unloading task.
Model Comparison
To help you choose the right utility cart for your needs, here’s a comparison of similar John Deere models:
| Model | Order through | Box capacity (heaped) | Material thickness | Maximum weight | Vehicle compatibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7P | Order Zone | 7 cu ft (0.20 m3) | High-density polyethylene (HDPE)** | 450 lb* (204 kg) | EZtrak, ZTrak, 100 Series, S240, X300 Series, X500 Series, X700 Series |
| 8Y | Order Zone | 8 cu ft (0.22 m3) | HDPE** | 300 lb* (136 kg) (tow) | 100 Series, S240, X300 Series, X500 Series, X700 Series |
| 10P | Order Zone | 10 cu ft (0.28 m3) | Polypropylene | 650 lb* (295 kg) | EZtrak, ZTrak, 100 Series, S240, X300 Series, X500 Series, X700 Series |
| 13 | Order Zone | 13 cu ft (0.37 m3) | 16-gauge, 0.06-in. (1.5-mm) steel | 1,000 lb* (454 kg) | 100 Series, S240, X300 Series, X500 Series, X700 Series |
| 16YS | Order Zone | 17 cu ft (0.48 m3) | Polypropylene | 800 lb (363 kg), 350 lb (158 kg) when using swivel feature to dump | 100 Series, S240, X300 Series, X500 Series, X700 Series |
| 17P | Order Zone | 17 cu ft (0.48 m3) | Polypropylene | 1,000 lb* (454 kg) | 100 Series, S240, X300 Series, X500 Series, X700 Series |
| 18 | Order Zone | 18 cu ft (0.51 m3) | 16-gauge, 0.06-in. (1.5-mm) steel | 1,000 lb* (454 kg) | 100 Series, S240, X300 Series, X500 Series, X700 Series |
| 21 | Order Zone | 21 cu ft (0.59 m3) | 16-gauge, 0.06-in. (1.5-mm) steel | 1,000 lb* (454 kg) | X700 Series |
*The total weight of the cart and payload. For proper braking and operation, the loaded weight of the cart should never exceed the weight of the tractor, or other towing unit, plus the operator. The loaded weight of any equipment towed by an EZtrak or ZTrak mower should not exceed 250 lb (113.4 kg). The maximum weight for the 21 Utility Cart is rated at 20 mph (32.2 km/h).
**HDPE is compression molded for optimum thickness in all areas and maximum durability.
Specifications at a Glance
For detailed specifications, refer to the table below:
| 7P | 8Y | 10P | 13 | 16YS | 17P | 18 | 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Box capacity | ||||||||
| Heaped | 7 cu ft (0.20 m3) | 8 cu ft (0.22 m3) | 10 cu ft (0.28 m3) | 13 cu ft (0.37 m3) | 17 cu ft (0.48 m3) | 17 cu ft (0.48 m3) | 18 cu ft (0.51 m3) | 21 cu ft (0.59 m3) |
| Struck | 5.6 cu ft (0.16 m3) | 6.6 cu ft (0.19 m3) | 8.3 cu ft (0.24 m3) | 10 cu ft (0.28 m3) | 15 cu ft (0.42 m3) | 14 cu ft (0.40 m3) | 15 cu ft (0.42 m3) | 15 cu ft (0.42 m3) |
| Maximum weight | 450 lb* (204 kg) | 300 lb* (136 kg) | 650 lb* (295 kg) | 1,000 lb* (454 kg) | 800 lb* (363 kg), 350 lb (158 kg) when using swivel feature to dump | 1,000 lb* (454 kg) | 1,000 lb* (454 kg) | 1,000 lb* (454 kg) |
| Box dimensions | ||||||||
| Width | 33 in. (84 cm) | 33.68 in. (85.5 cm) | 30.3 in. (77 cm) | 30.25 in. (76.8 cm) | 39.5 in. (100.3 cm) | 39.5 in. (100.3 cm) | 38 in. (96.5 cm) | 48 in. (122 cm) |
| Length | 45 in. (114 cm) | 45 in. (114 cm) | 44.5 in. (113 cm) | 48 in. (122 cm) | 58.5 in. (148.6 cm) | 58.5 in. (148.6 cm) | 48 in. (122 cm) | 48 in. (122 cm) |
| Depth | 10.5 in. (27 cm) | 10.75 in. (27.3cm) | 12 in. (30.5 cm) | 12 in. (30.5 cm) | 15.5 in. (39.4 cm) | 15.5 in. (39.4 cm) | 18 in. (45.7 cm) | 11 in. (27.9 cm) |
| Box construction | Molded | Molded | Molded | Welded | Molded | Molded | Welded | Bolted |
| Material | High-density polyethylene (HDPE)** | HDPE** w/UV inhibitor | Polypropylene | 16-gauge, 0.06-in. (1.5-mm) steel | Polypropylene | Polypropylene | 16-gauge, 0.06-in. (1.5-mm) steel | 16-gauge, 0.06-in. (1.5-mm) steel |
| Tailgate | None, sloped | None, sloped | None, sloped | Hinged | None, sloped | None, sloped | Hinged | Lift-out/swing-out |
| Pneumatic tires | 2 ply | — | 2 ply | 2 ply | 4 ply | 4 ply | 4 ply | 2 ply |
| Size | 13×4-6 | 13×4-6 | 15×6.00-6 | 15×6.00-6 | 16×6.50-8 | 16×6.50-8 | 16×6.50-8 | 20×10.00-8 |
| Tread design | Turf | Knobby | Turf | Turf | Turf | Turf | Turf | Turf |
| Recommended inflation pressure | 30 psi (207 kPa) | 30 psi (207 kPa) | 14 psi (97 kPa) | 14 psi (97 kPa) | 35 psi (241 kPa) | 28 psi (193 kPa) | 28 psi (193 kPa) | 10 psi (70 kPa) |
| Wheel bearings | Iron/Oilite | None | Iron/Oilite | Iron/Oilite | Iron/Oilite | Iron/Oilite | Iron/Oilite | Ball bearings, double sealed |
| Grease fittings on wheels | Yes | None | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | None |
| Axle diameter | 0.75 in. (1.905 cm) | 0.75 in. (1.905 cm) | 0.75 in. (1.905 cm) | 0.75 in. (1.905 cm) | 0.75 in. (1.905 cm) | 0.75 in. (1.905 cm) | 1 in. (2.54 cm) | 1 in. (2.54 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 5.62 in. (14.3 cm) | 5.25 in. (13.3 cm) | 6.5 in. (16.5 cm) | 6.5 in. (16.5 cm) | 14.25 in. (36.2 cm) | 14.25 in. (36.2 cm) | 7 in. (17.8 cm) | 8.25 in. (21 cm) |
| Width, overall | 34 in. (86.4 cm) | 33.68 in. (85.5 cm) | 38 in. (96.5 cm) | 38 in. (96.5 cm) | 39.5 in. (100.3 cm) | 39.5 in. (100.3 cm) | 38 in. (96.5 cm) | 48 in. (122 cm) |
| Hitch pin | Pin/spring clip | Pin/spring clip | Pin/spring clip | Pin/spring clip | Pin/spring clip | Pin/spring clip | Pin/spring clip | Pin/spring clip |
| Dump angles | 55 degrees | 55 degrees | 56 degrees | 31 degrees | 46 degrees | 46 degrees | 35/40 degrees | 35/40 degrees |
| Maximum tongue weight | 100 lb (45.4 kg) | 100 lb (45.4 kg) | 70 lb (31.75 kg) | 100 lb (45.4 kg) | 50 lb (22 kg) | 100 lb (45.4 kg) | 100 lb (45.4 kg) | 100 lb (45.4 kg) |
| Shipping weight with carton | 68 lb (31 kg) | 65 lb (29.5 kg) | 79 lb (35.8 kg) | 110 lb (49.9 kg) | — | 105 lb (47.6 kg) | 170 lb (77.1 kg) | 240 lb (109 kg) |
| Net weight | 65 lb (29 kg) | 55 lb (25 kg) | 72 lb (32.7 kg) | 105 lb (47.6 kg) | 103 lb (47 kg) | 105 lb (47.6 kg) | 150 lb (68 kg) | 220 lb (99.8 kg) |
*Total weight of the cart and payload. For proper braking and operation, the loaded weight of the cart should never exceed the weight of the tractor, or other towing unit, plus the operator. The loaded weight of any equipment towed by an EZtrak or ZTrak mower should not exceed 250 lb (113.4 kg).
**HDPE is compression molded for optimum thickness in all areas and maximum durability.
Tractor Compatibility
The 7P Poly Utility Cart is highly versatile and compatible with a wide range of John Deere vehicles, including the E100 series tractors like the E130. Refer to the chart below to confirm compatibility with your specific John Deere model.
| 7P | 8Y | 10P | 13 | 16YS | 17P | 18 | 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EZtrak Z225, Z235, Z245, Z255, Z425, Z435, Z445, Z465, Z625, Z645, Z655, Z665ZTrak Z335E, Z355E, Z335M, Z345M, Z345R, Z355R, Z375R, Z525E, Z535M, Z540M, Z535R, Z540R, Z720E, Z735E, Z730M, Z735M, Z740R | X | X | ||||||
| L100, L108, L110, L111, L118, L120, L130102, 115, 125, 135, 145, 155C, 190C, LA100, LA110, LA120, LA130, LA140, LA150, LA105, LA115, LA125, LA135 LE, LA135 SE, LA145, LA155, LA165, LA175, D100, D105, D110, D120, D125, D130, D140, D150, D155, D160, D170, E100, E110, E120, E130, E140, E150, E160, E170, E180 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| S240 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| LT150, LT160, LT180, LT190, LTR180 | X | X | X | X | X | |||
| LX280, LX280AWS, LX289 | X | X | X | X | X | |||
| X300, X300R, X304, X310, X320, X324, X340, X360,X330, X350, X350R, X354, X370, X380, X384, X390, X394 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| SST15, SST16, SST18 | X | X | X | |||||
| G110 | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||
| GT235, GT245 | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||
| GX255, GX335, GX345, GX355 | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||
| X500, X520, X530, X534, X540X570, X580, X584, X590 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| X465, X475, X485, X495, X575, X585, X595 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| X700, X720, X724, X728, X729, X740, X744, X748, X749X710, X730, X734, X738, X739, X750, X754, X758 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
For safe operation, remember that the loaded weight of the cart should never exceed the tractor’s weight plus the operator’s weight. For EZtrak and ZTrak mowers, the towed weight limit is 250 lb (113.4 kg). Adding extra weight to your tractor can improve stability and braking performance when towing heavier loads. The following table outlines recommended additional weights for various tractor series.
| Tractor | Additional weight |
|---|---|
| L100, L108, L110, L111, L118, L120, L130102, 115, 125, 135, 145, 155C, 190C, LA100, LA110, LA120, LA130, LA140, LA150, LA105, LA115, LA125, LA135 LE, LA135 SE, LA145, LA155, LA165, LA175, D100, D105, D110, D120, D125, D130, D140, D150, D155, D160, D170, E100, E110, E120, E130, E140, E150, E160, E170, E180 | Two 30-lb (14-kg) wheel weights, frontTwo 42-lb (19-kg) suitcase weights, rear |
| S240 | Two 34-lb (15-kg) wheel weights, front(4) 42-lb (19-kg) suitcase weights, rear |
| LT150, LT160, LT180, LT190, LTR180 | Two 34-lb (15-kg) wheel weights, frontTwo 31-lb (14.1-kg) plastic shell wheel weights, rear (not for LT190) |
| LX280, LX280AWS, LX289X300, X300R, X304, X310, X320, X324, X340, X360X330, X350, X350R, X354, X370, X380, X384, X390, X394 | Two 34-lb (15-kg) wheel weights, frontFour 42-lb (19-kg) suitcase weights, rear |
| SST15, SST16, SST18 | One 88-lb (40-kg) weight kit, frontThree 40-lb (18-kg) weights, rear |
| G100 | Two 50-lb (23-kg) wheel weights, rearTwo 42-lb (19-kg) suitcase weights, rear |
| G110 | Two 50-lb (23-kg) plastic shell rear wheel weights |
| GT235, GT245 | Two 30-lb (14-kg) wheel weights, frontFour 42-lb (19-kg) suitcase weights, frontFour 42-lb (19-kg) suitcase weights, rearFour 50-lb (23-kg) wheel weights, rearTwo 50-lb (23-kg) plastic shell wheel weights, rear |
| GX255, GX335, GX345, GX355X500, X520, X530, X534, X540X570, X580, X584, X590 | Two 30-lb (14-kg) wheel weights, frontFour 42-lb (19-kg) suitcase weights, frontFour 42-lb (19-kg) suitcase weights, rearFour 50-lb (23-kg) wheel weights, rearTwo 50-lb (23-kg) wheel plastic shell weights, rear |
| X465, X475, X485, X495, X575, X585, X595X700, X720, X724, X728, X729, X740, X744, X748, X749X710, X730, X734, X738, X739, X750, X754, X758 | Four 42-lb (19-kg) suitcase weights, frontTwo 70-lb (32-kg) wheel cast-iron starter weights, rearFour 50-lb (23-kg) cast-iron wheel weights, rearTwo 50-lb (23-kg) plastic shell wheel weights, rearSix 42-lb (19-kg) suitcase weights, rear |
Ordering Information
For the latest availability and pricing details on the 7P Poly Utility Cart, please reach out to your local John Deere dealer.
7P Poly Utility Cart
Order number: LP21935
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