John Deere LT180
The John Deere LT180 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 493 cc 30.1 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 17 hp / 12.7 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq K46. Operating weight: 507 lbs 229 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 17 hp / 12.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2 gal
7.6 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq K46
Operating Weight
507 lbs
229 kg
Overview
 | 2002 - 2005
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 $3,639 in 2005 | |
Variants | |
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LT180 | lawn tractor |
LTR180 | rear-discharge mower |
John Deere LT180 Engine | |
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17HP Kawasaki 493cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2 gal
7.6 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere LT180 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Mechanical disc brakes | |
Open operator station. Foam seat with 14-inches of travel. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | mechanical |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 48 inches
121 cm |
Weight | 507 lbs
229 kg |
Front tire | 15x6-6 |
Rear tire | 20x10-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | flywheel alternator |
Charging amps | 13 |
Battery CCA | 160 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2002, by John Deere | |
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2003, by John Deere | |
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2004, by John Deere | |
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 2005, by John Deere | |
Premium Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 2004, by John Deere | |
LT Series Lawn Tractors published in 2002, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 493 cc / 30.1 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kawasaki FH500V |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
Displacement | 493 cc
30.1 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.68x2.68 inches
68 x 68 mm |
Power (gross) | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug gap | 0.040 inches
1.016 mm |
Oil capacity | 1.9 qts
1.8 L |
Oil change | 100 h |
John Deere LT180 Engine | |
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Transmission
Transmission — Tuff Torq K46
Transmission | Tuff Torq K46 |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil change | sealed unit, owner service is not recommended |
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Dimensions
John Deere LT180 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x10-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 48 inches
121 cm |
Length | 68 inches
172 cm |
Width | 48 inches
121 cm |
Height | 41 inches
104 cm |
Shipping weight | 507 lbs
229 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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42" mid-mount mower deck | |
48" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade |
Photos
John Deere LT180
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere LT180 based on its 17 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 LT180.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.3 hrs
Approximately 2.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2 gal / 7.6 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.3 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 LT180 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere LT180.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)17 hp
Kilowatts (kW)12.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)17.2 PS
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