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Ford LGT-165 vs Ford LS45
Verdict: Ford LGT-165 vs Ford LS45
The Ford LGT-165 and the Ford LS45 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 16 hp. Ford LGT-165 is the lighter machine (386 kg vs 510 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Ford LGT-165 holds more fuel (18.9 L vs 14.8 L) for longer stints between fills. Ford LS45 is the newer design (1994 vs 1972). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.
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Fit & specs
Ford
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Ford
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
16 hp
16 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
FordReference
ToroReference
air-cooled horizontal-shaftReference
The gear-drive LS45 was produced from 1994 to 1996, only the hydrostatic was available after that time.Reference
Distributor
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FordReference
Hydro Brakes
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mechanical bandReference
Variants
1650
similar Jacobsen modelReference
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9861899
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gearReference
9861900
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hydrostaticReference
266-H
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similar Wheel Horse modelReference
Engine
Fuel tank
18.9 LReference
14.8 LReference
Displacement
35.89 ciReference
38.1 ciReference
Bore/Stroke
95 x 83 mmReference
77 x 67 mmReference
Power (gross)
11.9 kWReference
11.9 kWReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
2.1 LReference
3.3 LReference
Rated RPM
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3600Reference
Starter
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electricReference
Transmission
Gears
infinite forward and reverse (two-range)Reference
6 forward and 1 reverseReference
Gear Brakes
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deckReference
Gear Weight
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231 kgReference
Gear Ground clearance
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20 cmReference
Transmission
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PeerlessReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Rear Type
0Reference
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Type
shaft-driven hydrostaticReference
gearReference
Rear PTO
liveReference
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Rear PTO Type
shaftReference
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Engine RPM
3300@3300Reference
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Front PTO
independentReference
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Clutch
electro-magneticReference
electro-magneticReference
Front PTO Type
pulleyReference
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Mid PTO
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independentReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
116 cmReference
125 cmReference
Weight
386 kgReference
510 to 521 poundsReference
Front tire
16x6.50-8Reference
16x6.50-8Reference
Rear tire
23x10.50-12Reference
23x10.50-12Reference
Lawn/turf front
16x6.50-8Reference
16x6.50-8Reference
Lawn/turf rear
23x10.50-12Reference
23x10.50-12Reference
Length
181 cmReference
175 cmReference
Width
106 cmReference
89 cmReference
Height (steering wheel)
106 cmReference
107 cmReference
Clearance (front axle)
23 cmReference
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Hydro Weight
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236 kgReference
Hydro Ground clearance
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18 cmReference
Front axle
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Cast-ironReference
Ford LGT-165 attachments
LGT-165 Serial Number Location
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Charging system
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alternatorReference
Charging amps
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15Reference
Battery CCA
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280Reference
Attachment overview
50" Mower deck
Cutting width
127 cmReference
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Ford 6ft Backhoe
Backhoe type
Ford 6ft BackhoeReference
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Ford LS45 attachments
LS45 Serial Number Location
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.