John Deere LT160 Good Buy?
 

As some of you may have read my Craftsman tractor is getting old and ready
to replace. After lots of research I've decided on a new Deere LT160. The
tractor has a 16hp Kohler, 42inch deck and I will order a trailer and the
rear baggers. The cost with tax come to $4700cdn, a lot more than the 100
series. I do know that the LT series will last longer that my current
tractor as well as a 100 series. Is this tractor decent for cutting the
lawn 2.5 hours a week during the spring/summer and early fall? I have 2.5
acres with steep hills and some obstacles, will the single cylinder 16
horse engine be capable for the job? How even of a cut does the LT do?
Thanks for your help.

"Marcus_go" wrote in message
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As some of you may have read my Craftsman tractor is getting old and ready
to replace. After lots of research I've decided on a new Deere LT160. The
tractor has a 16hp Kohler, 42inch deck and I will order a trailer and the
rear baggers. The cost with tax come to $4700cdn, a lot more than the 100
series. I do know that the LT series will last longer that my current
tractor as well as a 100 series. Is this tractor decent for cutting the
lawn 2.5 hours a week during the spring/summer and early fall? I have 2.5
acres with steep hills and some obstacles, will the single cylinder 16
horse engine be capable for the job? How even of a cut does the LT do?
Thanks for your help.

To tackle those "steep hills", I'd make sure it's equipped with a pressure
lubrication system. If it is, I'd say that would tackle your tasks with
ease. I really love my JD!


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Yes the LT160 Does have pressure lubrication system. What does that mean?
What JD model do you have?

"Marcus_go" wrote in message
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Yes the LT160 Does have pressure lubrication system. What does that mean?
What JD model do you have?

I've got a little SRX rear engine rider (10 hp Kawasaki I think). Mine uses
a 'splash' oiling system like most lawn mowers. Your pressure lube system is
like a car engine and is FAR more reliable. When cutting on those hills, I
run the risk of burning a bearing where you will have plenty oil on all
moving parts.

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