John Deere LX172

Production: 1990 - 1997  

Production
Manufacturer	John Deere
Type	Lawn tractor
Factory	Horicon, Wisconsin, USA
Original price	$2,970 (1991 )
Original price	$3,350 (1996 )

Variants

five-speed transmission

hydrostatic transmission

Mechanical
Chassis	4x2 2WD
Steering	manual
Brakes	disc
Cab	Open operator station

Power Take-off (PTO)
Front PTO	independent
Clutch	electric

LX172 Serial Numbers
1995	110001
1996	130001
1997	160001

LX172 Serial Location

Serial number decal on the rear of the tractor, above the hitch.

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	flywheel alternator
Charging amps	13
Battery CCA	255
Battery volts	12

Engine Detail
Kawasaki FC420V
gasoline
1-cylinder
air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement	422 cc 25.8 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.50x2.68 inches 89 x 68 mm
Power (gross)	14 hp 10.4 kW
Air cleaner	dry with foam pre-cleaner
Idle RPM	1550-3350
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	1.7 qts 1.6 L

Transmission
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

Dimensions
Wheelbase	45.9 inches 116 cm
Length	66.1 inches 167 cm
Width	49.7 inches 126 cm
Height	40.2 inches 102 cm
Weight	525 lbs*Weight with 38-inch mower deck. 238 kg
Rear axle	Keyed shaft