John Deere X167R vs John Deere X304
Verdict: John Deere X167R vs John Deere X304
The John Deere X167R and the John Deere X304 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 X167R is the lighter machine (245 kg vs 252 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere X304 holds more fuel (13.2 L vs 7.6 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere X167R is the newer design (2021 vs 2006). 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.