John Deere LX178 vs John Deere LX255
Verdict: John Deere LX178 vs John Deere LX255
The John Deere LX178 and the John Deere LX255 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 LX255 is the lighter machine (219 kg vs 244 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere LX255 holds more fuel (11.4 L vs 9.5 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere LX255 is the newer design (1999 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.