John Deere D170
The John Deere D170 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 724 cc 44.2 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 25 hp / 18.6 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq HD K46. Operating weight: 579 lbs*Weight with mower deck. 262 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 25 hp / 18.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4 gal
15.1 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq HD K46
Operating Weight
579 lbs*Weight with mower deck.
262 kg
Overview
 | 2011 - 2017
D100 SeriesLawn tractor
D100 Series
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Lawn tractor | |
Built in Greeneville, Tennessee, USA | |
Original price | $2,799 (2011 ) |
$2,799 (2015 ) | |
John Deere D170 Engine | |
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25HP Briggs & Stratton 724cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 4 gal
15.1 L |
2.4 gal*California model
9.1 L | |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere D170 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Mechanical shoe on transaxle brakes | |
Open operator station. Adjustable 15-inch tall seat with 5.5-inches of travel in ten positions and lumbar adjustment. Fender-mounted cup holder. Optional nylon sunshade canopy or snow enclosure. Optional 12-volt power outlet. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | electric independent |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 48.9 inches
124 cm |
Weight | 579 lbs
262 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.5-8 |
Rear tire | 22x9.5-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 16 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery Group | U1 |
References | |
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Riding Lawn Tractors published in 2015, by John Deere | |
Riding Lawn Tractors published in 2017, by John Deere | |
Riding Lawn Tractors published in 2016, by John Deere | |
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Operator's Manual D100 Series (OMGX24147) published in 2011 | |
Operator's Manual D100 Series (OMGX24230) published in 2012 | |
Operator's Manual D100 Series (OMGX24920) published in 2013 | |
Operator's Manual D100 Series (OMGX25361) published in 2014 | |
Operator's Manual D100 Series (OMGX25410) published in 2014 | |
Operator's Manual D100 Series (OMGX25658) published in 2014 | |
Operator's Manual D100 Series (OMGX26097) published in 2015 | |
Operator's Manual D100 Series (OMUC11804) published in 2016 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 724 cc / 44.2 ci Gasoline
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
Briggs & Stratton ELS 44 | |
The Deere D170 was rated at 26 HP until 2014. From 2014 on, it was rated at 25 HP. | |
Displacement | 724 cc
44.2 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.12x2.89 inches
79 x 73 mm |
Power (gross) | 25 hp
18.6 kW |
Air cleaner | cartridge with foam pre-cleaner |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Point gap | 0.009 inches
0.229 mm |
Intake valve clearance | 0.005 inches
0.127 mm |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.005 inches
0.127 mm |
Transmission
Transmission — Tuff Torq HD K46
Transmission | Tuff Torq HD K46 |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil change | sealed unit, owner service is not recommended |
Hydrostatic transmission with right-side accelerator and decelerator/reverse foot pedals. Left-side brake pedal. Cruise control is standard equipment. | |
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Dimensions
John Deere D170 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.5-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 22x9.5-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 48.9 inches
124 cm |
Length | 69.25 inches
175 cm |
Width | 68.5 inches (mower)
173 cm |
Height | 45 inches
114 cm |
Weight | 579 lbs*Weight with mower deck.
262 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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54" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade |
54" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount John Deere Edge 54 |
3-blade with manual with spring assist lift | |
Cutting width | 54 inches
137 cm |
Overall width | 68.5 inches
173 cm |
Cut height | 1 to 4 inch
2 to 10 cm |
Cut positions | 13 |
Photos
John Deere D170
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere D170 based on its 25 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere D170.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.1 hrs
Approximately 3.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4 gal / 15.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.3 gal/hr (4.9 L/hr)
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere D170 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere D170.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)25 hp
Kilowatts (kW)18.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)25.3 PS
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