John Deere LT170 vs John Deere X305R

Verdict: John Deere LT170 vs John Deere X305R

The John Deere LT170 and the John Deere X305R are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 16 hp. John Deere LT170 is the lighter machine (218 kg vs 314 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere X305R is the newer design (2012 vs 2002). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.