John Deere LX176 lawnmower Repair

Introduced in the early 1990s, the John Deere LX176 is part of the LX series of lawn tractors designed for residential use. This model features hydrostatic transmission, operator-friendly controls, and a durable build. The LX176 includes a Kawasaki FC420V engine and a 38-inch cutting deck, making it suitable for lawn maintenance. Its design aims to offer efficiency and ease of use for homeowners.

• Manufacturer: John Deere
• Built-in: Horicon, Wisconsin, USA
• Production Years: 1991 - 1998
• Series: LX 100 Series
• Type: Lawn Tractor
• Cost: $4,150 USD in 1998 ($7,983 in 2024)

• Engine: Kawasaki FC420V
• Displacement: 422 cc
• Horse Power: 14 HP (10.4 k W)
• Bore/Stroke: 3.5" x 2.68" (89 mm x 68 mm)
• Cylinders: 1 Cylinder
• Starter Volts: 12 Volts
• Oil Capacity: 1.7 qts (1.6 L)
• Air-Cooled: Vertical-shaft
• Fuel Type: Regular Gasoline
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 2.5 gal (9.5 L)
• Idle RPM: 1550 - 3350 RPM

• Transmission: Tuff Torque K61
• Type: Belt-Drivin Hydrostatic
• Gears: Infinite forward and reverse
• Oil Capacity: 3.6 qts (3.4 L)
• Oil Change: Fill as needed

• Front-PTO: Independent
• Clutch: Electric

• Lawn/Turf Front: 15 x 6.00-6
• Lawn/Turf Rear: 20 x 10.00-8

• Wheelbase: 45.9" (116 cm)
• Length: 66.1" (167 cm)
• Width: 49.7" (126 cm)
• Height: 40.2" (102 cm)
• Weight: 535 lbs (242 kg)

• Two-wheel drive
• Manual steering
• Mechanical band brakes
• Open operator station

• 38" mid-mount mower deck
• 44" mid-mount mower deck
• 48" mid-mount mower deck
• snowblower

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