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Ford LGT-16D vs Ford YT-16
Verdict: Ford LGT-16D vs Ford YT-16
The Ford LGT-16D and the Ford YT-16 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-16D is the lighter machine (369 kg vs 436 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Ford LGT-16D holds more fuel (15.9 L vs 3.8 L) for longer stints between fills. Ford LGT-16D is the newer design (1989 vs 1984). 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
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Best match
Clear
Ford
62
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Best match
Clear
Rated power
16 hp
16 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Distributor
FordReference
FordReference
Manufacturer
ShibauraReference
GilsonReference
liquid-cooledReference
Image courtesy of William RichterReference
Engine
Fuel tank
15.9 LReference
15.1 LReference
Displacement
41.3 ciReference
40 ciReference
Bore/Stroke
65 x 64 mmReference
87 x 55 mmReference
Power (gross)
11.9 kWReference
11.9 kWReference
Air cleaner
dryReference
dual element with precleanerReference
Starter
electricReference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
8.1 LReference
1.1 LReference
Coolant capacity
2.8 LReference
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Rated RPM
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3600Reference
Transmission
Type
shaft-driven hydrostaticReference
belt-driven gearReference
Gears
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)Reference
5 forward and 1 reverseReference
Transmission
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Peerless 801-020Reference
PTO & Hydraulics
Rear PTO
optionalReference
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Rear PTO Type
2000Reference
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Mid PTO
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independentReference
Clutch
—
electricReference
Mid PTO Type
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pulleyReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
119 cmReference
124 cmReference
Weight
369 kgReference
436 to 738 poundsReference
Front tire
16x6.5-8Reference
15x6-6Reference
Rear tire
23x10.5-12Reference
22x7.50-12Reference
Lawn/turf front
16x6.5-8Reference
15x6-6Reference
Lawn/turf rear
23x10.5-12Reference
22.5x9.00-12Reference
Length
180 cmReference
185 cmReference
Width
120 cmReference
91 cmReference
Ground clearance
16 cmReference
21 cmReference
Height (steering wheel)
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99 cmReference
Shipping weight
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334 kgReference
Clearance (front axle)
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25 cmReference
Ford LGT-16D attachments
LGT-16D Serial Number Location
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery CCA
332Reference
220Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Charging amps
—
16Reference
Attachment overview
Variants
YT-16
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5-speedReference
YT-16H
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hydrostaticReference
Ford YT-16 attachments
YT-16 Serial Number Location
YT-16 Serial Numbers
1984
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09GN2151 (model code)Reference
1985
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09GN2151 (model code)Reference
1986
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09GN2152 (model code)Reference
1987
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09GN2153 (model code)Reference
1988
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9607431 (model code)Reference
1989
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9607431 (model code)Reference
1990
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9800686 (model code)Reference
1991
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9800686 (model code)Reference
1992
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9800686 (model code)Reference
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.