Allis Chalmers 917 vs John Deere 180

Side-by-side specs comparison

Allis Chalmers 917

Allis Chalmers 917

17 HP · 1979–1985

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John Deere 180

John Deere 180

17 HP · 1986–1990

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Allis Chalmers 917 and the John Deere 180 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
  • The John Deere 180 is the more recent model: production started in 1986, versus 1979 for the Allis Chalmers 917.
  • The Allis Chalmers 917 is heavier: 312 kg versus 256 kg for the John Deere 180.
  • The Allis Chalmers 917 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

Allis Chalmers 917John Deere 180
Power17 HP17 HP
Production years1979–19851986–1990
FuelGasoline
Cylinders21
Weight312 kg256 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 1
Wheelbase128 cm113 cm
Length177 cm167 cm
Mower deck42"38"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Allis Chalmers 917 or the John Deere 180?

The Allis Chalmers 917 and the John Deere 180 deliver the same power: 17 HP.

Which is more recent, the Allis Chalmers 917 or the John Deere 180?

The John Deere 180 is the more recent model: production started in 1986, versus 1979 for the Allis Chalmers 917.

Which is heavier, the Allis Chalmers 917 or the John Deere 180?

The Allis Chalmers 917 is heavier: 312 kg versus 256 kg for the John Deere 180.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Allis Chalmers 917 or the John Deere 180?

The Allis Chalmers 917 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

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