White LT-165
The White LT-165 is a tractor produced by White Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse. Operating weight: 549 lbs 249 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3 gal
11.4 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse
Operating Weight
549 lbs
249 kg
Overview
 | 1994 - 1999
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | White (a part of MTD) |
Lawn tractor | |
Variants | |
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LT-16 | gear |
LT-165 | hydrostatic |
White LT-165 Engine | |
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16HP Vanguard 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3 gal
11.4 L |
Engine details ...  | |
White LT-165 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
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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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 46 inches
116 cm |
Weight | 549 lbs
249 kg |
Front tire | 15x6 |
Rear tire | 20x6 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Lawn & Garden Tractors published in 1991, by White | |
Tractors - Lawn Mower - Tillers - Chipper/Shredders - Edgers - Multi-Vacs published in 1994, by White | |
Riding Mowers - Lawn Tractors - Garden Tractors - FR Series published in 1994, by White | |
Outdoor Power published in 1995, by White | |
Lawn Tractors - Garden Tractors - FR Series published in 1996, by White | |
Lawn Tractors - Garden Tractors - Zero-Turn Mowers published in 1997, by White | |
Tractors published in 1998, by White |
Engine
Engine Detail — Gasoline
Manufacturer | Vanguard |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
Power (gross) | 16 hp
11.9 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
White LT-165 Engine | |
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Transmission
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse belt-driven hydrostatic
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil change | sealed unit, owner service is not recommended |
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Dimensions
White LT-165 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x6 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 46 inches
116 cm |
Shipping weight | 549 lbs
249 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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46" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade |
46" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount White |
3-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 46 inches
116 cm |
Photos
White LT-165 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for White Lawn Tractors White LT-165 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 White Lawn Tractors White LT-165.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.6 hrs
Approximately 3.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3 gal / 11.4 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
White Lawn Tractors White LT-165 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for White Lawn Tractors White LT-165.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)16 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.2 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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