John Deere 170 vs MTD lawn tractors 960

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John Deere 170

John Deere 170

14 HP · 1989–1990

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MTD lawn tractors 960

MTD lawn tractors 960

14 HP · 1970–1976

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 170 and the MTD lawn tractors 960 deliver the same power: 14 HP.
  • The John Deere 170 is the more recent model: production started in 1989, versus 1970 for the MTD lawn tractors 960.
  • The MTD lawn tractors 960 is heavier: 424 kg versus 258 kg for the John Deere 170.
  • The MTD lawn tractors 960 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

John Deere 170MTD lawn tractors 960
Power14 HP14 HP
Production years1989–19901970–1976
FuelGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight258 kg424 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 14 / 1
Wheelbase113 cm113 cm
Length165 cm
CabYes
Mower deck38"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 170 or the MTD lawn tractors 960?

The John Deere 170 and the MTD lawn tractors 960 deliver the same power: 14 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 170 or the MTD lawn tractors 960?

The John Deere 170 is the more recent model: production started in 1989, versus 1970 for the MTD lawn tractors 960.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 170 or the MTD lawn tractors 960?

The MTD lawn tractors 960 is heavier: 424 kg versus 258 kg for the John Deere 170.

Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 170 or the MTD lawn tractors 960?

The MTD lawn tractors 960 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

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