John Deere LT180 vs John Deere LX188
Verdict: John Deere LT180 vs John Deere LX188
The John Deere LT180 and the John Deere LX188 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 17 hp. John Deere LT180 is the lighter machine (229 kg vs 267 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere LX188 holds more fuel (9.1 L vs 7.6 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere LT180 is the newer design (2002 vs 1992). 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.