John Deere S170

The John Deere S170 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): 24 hp / 17.9 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq K46. Operating weight: 504 lbs 228 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 24 hp / 17.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2.4 gal 9.1 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq K46
Operating Weight
504 lbs 228 kg

Overview

John Deere S170 tractor photo
2021 - S100 SeriesLawn tractor
2021 -
S100 Series
Lawn tractor
Production
Manufacturer
John Deere
Lawn tractor
Built in Greeneville, Tennessee, USA
Original price was $2,499 in 2021
John Deere S170 Engine
24HP Briggs & Stratton 724cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
2.4 gal 9.1 L
Engine details ...
John Deere S170 Transmission
hydrostatic
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Open operator station.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO
independent
Clutch
electric
Dimensions & Tires
Weight
504 lbs 228 kg
Front tire
15x6.00-6
Rear tire
22x9.5-12
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging amps
14
Battery volts
12
Battery Group
U1
References
S170 references literature
Riding Lawn Tractors published in 2021, by John Deere
Riding Lawn Tractors published in 2022, by John Deere
Operator's Manual 100 Series Lawn Tractors (OMUC22642) published in 2020

Engine

Engine Detail — 724 cc / 44.2 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer
Briggs & Stratton 44U877
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin
Displacement
724 cc 44.2 ci
Bore/Stroke
3.12x2.89 inches 79 x 73 mm
Power (gross)
24 hp 17.9 kW
Air cleaner
dry
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Sparkplug gap
0.030 inches 0.762 mm
Oil capacity
2 qts 1.9 L
Oil change
50 h
John Deere S170 Engine
John Deere S170 engine image
Image courtesy of Matthew Klingler

Transmission

Transmission — Tuff Torq K46

Transmission
Tuff Torq K46
Type
belt-driven hydrostatic
Oil change
sealed unit, owner service is not recommended
S170 K46 belt-driven hydrostatic speeds

Dimensions

John Deere S170 Tires
Lawn/turf front
15x6.00-6
Lawn/turf rear
22x9.5-12
Dimensions
Length
76.5 inches 194 cm
Height
46.5 inches 118 cm
Weight
504 lbs 228 kg
Tow capacity
504 lbs*Towed load not to exceed the weight of the tractor itself. 228 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
48" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
48" Mower deck
Type
mid-mount John Deere
3-blade
Cutting width
48 inches 121 cm
Overall width
60.8 inches 154 cm
Cut height
1 to 4 inch 2 to 10 cm

Photos

John Deere S170 lawn tractor.

John Deere S170 lawn tractor.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere S170 based on its 24 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm)Light DutyIdeal for garden plots and light sandy soil.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
4 ft (48 in)1.2 mLight DutyPasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
42 to 48 in105 - 120 cmLight DutyCovers compact tractor tire width.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage
5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片)Light DutySmall 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 S170.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.9 hrs

Approximately 1.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2.4 gal / 9.1 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.2 gal/hr (4.7 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 S170 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere S170.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)24 hp
Kilowatts (kW)17.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)24.3 PS

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