John Deere D170
The John Deere D170 is the biggest lawnmower from the 100 series of lawnmowers produced by JD (this 100 series is from the year 2011). The JD 170 is very similar to the John Deere D160 as they both have the same engine, the Briggs and Stratton ‘Extend Life Series’ (ELS) model 44, which has a displacement of 0.725 liters (or 44 cubic inches). This air cooled engine requires 1.9 liters of oil to make sure that it remains full lubricated throughout it’s operation. The fuel tank on the regular model holds 15.1 liters (4 US gallons) of gasoline while the California model holds 9.1 liters (2.4 US gallons), so you’ll find that most contractors will use the regular model as it means less time spent refueling.
Power from the engine is transferred to the wheels through a 4×2 2WD chassis by a hydrostatic gear box. This means that there is no gear changing on the John Deere D170 lawnmower. Instead you just have 2 pedals; 1 for moving forwards, the other for reversing. All models from the 100 series have the same top speed of 8.8 kph (5.5 mph). However the wheels on the JD D170 are bigger than on the smaller models. The front tires measure 16×6.5-8 (16 inch diameter, 6.5 inch width and 8 inch rim diameter), while the rear wheels measure 22×9.5-12 (22 inch diameter, 9.5 inch width, 12 inch rim diameter).
There are a huge range of different attachments that are compatible with the John Deere D170. These obviously include baggers and many different types of John Deere snow blowers. However there is also a ton more of other attachments such as utility carts, scrapers, harrows, rotary brooms and thatcherators. You will find that the JD D170 lawn mower is a fantastic piece of equipment that is more than enough for taking care of your garden and for other chores such as snow clearing during the winter and clearing your driveway of leaves when used with the right attachments.
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Just ok, no more no less……but the snow blower set up was terrible, i had nothing but trouble.
Not good for inclines, wider tires and more agressive tread design is needed or some kind of 4WD option, something JD should improve on.
Got in a bind more than once pinned in front of tree going down hill with the big mowing deck, tires only spun trying to back up and didn’t have the strenght to pust it backwards up hill. Some Cub Cadet and Ariens models have wider tires, accordingly seriously though about them but went for the JD because the snow thrower attachment was readialy available. Seat belt would also be nice when mowing on inclines.
Like it a lot.
Wish I had the extra $1500 for the snow blower.
It’s quiet, no need for hearing protection.
Very tight turning radius, especially for a 54″ deck. Actually turns tighter than the 38″ Cub that I still own.
Fuel filling at the rear, away from the hot engine is a definite plus.
Deck flushing system.
Removing the deck for maintenance is not as convenient as the Cubs I used to sell, but how many times a year do you think you have to remove that thing anyway? With the deck flushing system the only time you need to get under it is to change blades.
Any safety equipment is for your protection and John Deere’s legal butt covering because certain people aren’t smart enough to keep any and all children off the lawn while it is being mowed.
They are trying to make the machine idiot proof.
The unfortunate thing is, about the tiime Deere achieves this, the consumers come out with a better educated idiot – with a lawyer.
I had originaly bought this tractor online while on assignment in germany to replace my aging and non-functional tractor. The delivery was accepted by my wife and the JD dealer fully explaned and demonstrated the tractor and attachments to her, What all that means is my wife is the anti-christ of mechanical equipment and if she can operate and mow 3 acres weekly, than this tractor is the answer to anyone who is considering a new lawn tractor.
this is a excellent vaule for mowers under 3000.00 cuts 6 in grass with a breeze short turning radius is great around shurbs @engine does not labor on hills this is my first deer and am very pleased with mower
so far this seems like a great machine.
Should never bought a john deere big price bad company Wheel weights would help this monster but no holes for weights > the siutcase weights are too expensive
Should never bought a John Deere
Also the cutting height handle is in the wrong place try to get out rams up your butt cannot slide out without hitting the handle