John Deere 170 vs John Deere F510
Verdict: John Deere 170 vs John Deere F510
The John Deere 170 and the John Deere F510 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 14 hp. John Deere 170 is the lighter machine (258 kg vs 505 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere F510 holds more fuel (10.4 L vs 8.3 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere F510 is the newer design (1990 vs 1989). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.
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.