Ariens lawn tractors GT17 vs John Deere 317
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Ariens lawn tractors GT17 and the John Deere 317 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Ariens lawn tractors GT17 is heavier: 391 kg versus 317 kg for the John Deere 317.
- The Ariens lawn tractors GT17 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Ariens lawn tractors GT17 | John Deere 317 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1979–1987 | 1979–1983 |
| Fuel | Electric | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | 391 kg | 317 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | 116 cm |
| Length | 189 cm | 175 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Ariens lawn tractors GT17 or the John Deere 317?
The Ariens lawn tractors GT17 and the John Deere 317 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is heavier, the Ariens lawn tractors GT17 or the John Deere 317?
The Ariens lawn tractors GT17 is heavier: 391 kg versus 317 kg for the John Deere 317.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Ariens lawn tractors GT17 or the John Deere 317?
The Ariens lawn tractors GT17 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".