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Gravely 8179 vs Gravely 8179-G
Verdict: Gravely 8179 vs Gravely 8179-G
The Gravely 8179 and the Gravely 8179-G are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 17 hp. Gravely 8179 is the lighter machine (424 kg vs 854 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Gravely 8179-G is the newer design (1986 vs 1980). 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
Gravely
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Gravely
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
17 hp
17 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
GravelyReference
Gravely (a part of Ariens)Reference
Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (low-high) with forward/reverse clutches. The directional clutch must be in neutral to shift gears or ranges.Reference
Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (low-high) with forward/reverse clutches. The directional clutch must be in neutral to shift gears or ranges.Reference
Engine
Fuel tank
20.1 LReference
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Displacement
49.8 ciReference
42.18 ciReference
Bore/Stroke
83 x 76 mmReference
79 x 70 mmReference
Power (gross)
12.3 kWReference
12.7 kWReference
Rated RPM
3600Reference
3600Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Starter
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electricReference
Transmission
Gears
8 forward and 4 reverseReference
8 forward and 4 reverseReference
Oil capacity
5.7 LReference
5.7 LReference
Oil type
10W-40 SCReference
10W-40 SCReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Type
shaft-driven gearReference
shaft-driven gearReference
Pressure
82.7 barReference
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Pump flow
6.4 lpmReference
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Mid PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
mechanicalReference
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Mid PTO Type
1000Reference
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Hydraulic system
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0.9 LReference
Capacity
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0.9 LReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
132 cmReference
132 cmReference
Weight
424 kgReference
387 kgReference
Front tire
16x7.50-8Reference
16x7.50-8Reference
Rear tire
23x10.50-12Reference
23x10.50-12Reference
Lawn/turf front
16x7.50-8Reference
16x7.50-8Reference
Lawn/turf rear
23x10.50-12Reference
23x10.50-12Reference
Length
210 cmReference
208 cmReference
Width
109 cmReference
109 cmReference
Height
112 cmReference
116 cmReference
Shipping weight
424 kgReference
405 kgReference
Ground clearance
17 cmReference
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Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Battery AH
42Reference
42Reference
Battery Group
BCI 22FReference
BCI 22FReference
Capacities
Fuel
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20.1 LReference
Gravely 8179-G attachments
8179-G Serial Numbers
Location:
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Under hood on right side, on instrument panel support frame.Reference
Attachment overview
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.