John Deere LX172 vs John Deere X120
Verdict: John Deere LX172 vs John Deere X120
The John Deere LX172 and the John Deere X120 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 X120 is the lighter machine (204 kg vs 238 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere X120 holds more fuel (14.8 L vs 9.5 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere X120 is the newer design (2007 vs 1991). 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.