John Deere Original Equipment Bag #AM135816

What It Is

The John Deere Original Equipment Bag #AM135816 is a fabric grass collection bag designed for select John Deere walk-behind mowers. It attaches to the rear of the mower to catch clippings during mulching or bagging operations, keeping your lawn clean and reducing cleanup time.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, confirm your mower model is listed as compatible. This bag fits John Deere walk-behind mowers with a 21-inch or 22-inch cutting deck, including models like the JS20, JS25, JS26, JS30, JS35, JS45, JS46, JS55, JS60, JS63, and JS70 series. It also works with select 100-series models (e.g., 102, 103) and some 200-series (e.g., 202, 203). Do not assume fitment based on brand alone—measure your mower’s bag mounting bracket width and hook spacing. The bag has a plastic frame with metal hooks; if your mower uses a different attachment system (e.g., pin-style or no frame), this won’t work. Check your mower’s model number on the frame or engine shroud, then cross-reference with John Deere’s official compatibility list. This is an OEM part, so aftermarket bags may differ in dimensions and latch quality.

Key Things to Know

• Quality: Made by John Deere, so it uses heavy-duty fabric and a rigid plastic frame that holds its shape better than many aftermarket bags. The zipper is reinforced, but avoid overfilling to prevent seam stress.
• Installation: Simple—slides onto the mower’s rear bracket and secures with two hooks. No tools required, but ensure the hooks fully engage to avoid the bag falling off during use.
• Common Gotchas: The bag is not universal; it won’t fit mowers with a side-discharge-only design or older models with a different bag mount. Also, the fabric can mildew if stored wet—empty and dry it after each use.
• Capacity: Holds about 1.5 bushels (roughly 12 gallons). For larger yards, you may need to empty it frequently, especially with thick, damp grass.

Should You Buy It

Buy this bag if you own a compatible John Deere walk-behind mower and want a direct, no-guesswork replacement that matches the original fit and durability. It’s ideal for homeowners who bag clippings regularly and value OEM quality over cheaper, potentially ill-fitting aftermarket options. If your mower isn’t listed, skip it and measure your existing bag mount for an alternative.