John Deere LT170
The John Deere LT170 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 480 cc 29.3 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq K46. Operating weight: 481 lbs 218 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2 gal
7.6 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq K46
Operating Weight
481 lbs
218 kg
Overview
 | 2002
LT SeriesLawn tractor
LT Series
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Lawn tractor | |
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA | |
Original price was $3,099 in 2002 | |
John Deere LT170 Engine | |
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16HP Briggs & Stratton 480cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2 gal
7.6 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere LT170 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | mechanical |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 481 lbs
218 kg |
Front tire | 15x6.00-6 |
Rear tire | 20x10.00-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery CCA | 160 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2002, by John Deere | |
LT Series Lawn Tractors published in 2002, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 480 cc / 29.3 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 303777 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled V-Twin |
Displacement | 480 cc
29.3 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.68x2.60 inches
68 x 66 mm |
Power (gross) | 16 hp
11.9 kW |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Oil capacity | 1.6 qts
1.5 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Tuff Torq K46
Transmission | Tuff Torq K46 |
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil change | sealed unit, owner service is not recommended |
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Dimensions
John Deere LT170 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6.00-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x10.00-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 68 inches
172 cm |
Width | 48 inches
121 cm |
Height | 41 inches
104 cm |
Shipping weight | 481 lbs
218 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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42" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower |
42" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount John Deere |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Overall width | 53 inches
134 cm |
Cut height | 1 to 4 inch
2 to 10 cm |
Photos
John Deere LT170
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere LT170 based on its 16 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 | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
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 LT170.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.4 hrs
Approximately 2.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2 gal / 7.6 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.8 gal/hr (3.1 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 LT170 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere LT170.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)16 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.2 PS
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