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John Deere 170



John Deere 170 tractor photo
1989 - 1990
Late 100 Lawn Series
Lawn tractor
Series map:
165
170
175
12.5hp
14.0hp
14.0hp
Production
ManufacturerJohn Deere
Lawn tractor
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA
Original price was $2,830 in 1990
Variants
170gear drive
175hydro drive
John Deere 170 Engine
14HP Kawasaki 422cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank2.2 gal
8.3 L
Engine details ...
John Deere 170 Transmission
5-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Integral mechanical transmission disc brakes
Open operator station with foam-padded seat. Optional weather enclosure soft cab (TY15382).
Photos
John Deere 170, left side.
John Deere 170 photos...
Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTOindependent
Clutchelectric
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase44.7 inches
113 cm
Weight570 lbs
258 kg
Front tire15x6.00-6
Rear tire18x8.50-8
Full dimensions and tires ...
John Deere 170 attachments
38" mid-mount mower deck
snowblower
blade
Attachment details ...
170 Serial Number Location
John Deere 170 serial number location
Serial number decal on the left side of the 170 tractor frame, above the front axle.
170 Serial Numbers
1989M00170X595001
1989-finalM00170X750000
1990M00170X010001
FinalM00170X100000

FAQ: How to read a serial number table.
Electrical
Groundnegative
Charging systemflywheel alternator
Charging amps13
Battery CCA255
Battery volts12
References
170 references literature
John Deere Lawn Tractors 100 Series published in 1989
Operator's Manual 170, 175, 180 and 185 (OMM78999) published in 1988
Lawn & Garden Equipment published in 1990, by John Deere
Grounds Care & Recreation Products Sales Manual published in 1989, by John Deere
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