John Deere LX178 Motorsports vs John Deere SST15

Verdict: John Deere LX178 Motorsports vs John Deere SST15

The John Deere LX178 Motorsports and the John Deere SST15 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 15 hp. John Deere LX178 Motorsports is the lighter machine (244 kg vs 278 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere SST15 is the newer design (2001 vs 1997). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.