John Deere LX173
The John Deere LX173 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 426 cc 26 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 15 hp / 11.2 kW. Transmission: Peerless 801. Operating weight: 530 to 565 pounds.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 15 hp / 11.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2.5 gal
9.5 L
Transmission
Peerless 801
Operating Weight
530 to 565 pounds
Overview
 | 1996 - 1998
LX 100 SeriesLawn tractor
LX 100 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 $3,345 in 1995 | |
John Deere LX173 Engine | |
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15HP Kohler 426cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2.5 gal
9.5 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere LX173 Transmission | |
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5-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 45.9 inches
116 cm |
Weight | 530 to 565 pounds |
Front tire | 15x6.00-6 |
Rear tire | 20x10.00-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | flywheel alternator |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 1996, by John Deere | |
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 1997, by John Deere | |
Lawn and Garden Product Information Handbook published in 1998, by John Deere | |
Operator's Manual LX172, LX173, LX176, LX178, and LX188 (OMM134134) published in 1997 | |
Lawn & Grounds Care Sales Manual published in 1997, by John Deere* | |
*Publication contains known errors. |
Engine
Engine Detail — 426 cc / 26 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler CV15S |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 426 cc
26 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.5x2.6 inches
89 x 66 mm |
Power (gross) | 15 hp
11.2 kW |
Compression | 8.5:1 |
Idle RPM | 1650-3350 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — Peerless 801
Transmission | Peerless 801 |
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
Oil capacity | 1.1 qts
1.0 L |
Oil change | fill as needed |
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Dimensions
John Deere LX173 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6.00-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x10.00-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 45.9 inches
116 cm |
Length | 66.1 inches
167 cm |
Width | 36 inches
91 cm |
Height | 40.2 inches
102 cm |
Front tread | 29.1 inches
73 cm |
Rear tread | 26.8 inches
68 cm |
John Deere LX173 Weight | |
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530 lbs (with 38" deck)
240 kg | |
545 lbs (with 44" deck)
247 kg | |
565 lbs (with 48" deck)
256 kg | |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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38" mid-mount mower deck | |
44" mid-mount mower deck | |
48" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade |
Photos
John Deere LX173
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere LX173 based on its 15 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 LX173.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.2 hrs
Approximately 3.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2.5 gal / 9.5 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.8 gal/hr (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 LX173 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere LX173.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)15 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)15.2 PS
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