Paul, one more question. Hi Paul, thanks for the thorough reviews on each model. Tuff Torq TLT200B – E140, E150, E160 Thanks Paul. Easy mulch control on the X370. 00. Thanks for all your insight! Which one or should I go heavier duty. oil change. The E180 is the wrong tractor for what you want to do. I figured I would be more than safe with an E170 based on this article. The X370 has the best cut of all the lawn tractors. Thanks! Do you have a couple zero turns that you would recommend for my property? Better engine – great cut – average turning radius. I’m not following you Paul. Competitive prices, financing, and JD Certified service available. I bought it last summer. Add EFI for $400 ? Trying to understand the model differences and looking at a few D-series still at stores on sale. Tuff Torq T40J – D140, D155 I have a small yard (1/3) acre and short drive (30-40′), and I would prefer to use a blade as opposed to a blower strictly because I don’t want to store and maintain a blower. Only from John Deere. Hi William, Yes, the deck is one of the best mulching decks on the market. Same question. The price is right for the Deere but it has no warranty. I’d save 15-20% in mowing time with the larger decks. Hoping for a larger discount to pop up still on the D-155. 20 HP V-Twin Gas Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor, Craftsman 27333 46″ 20 HP 656cc Briggs & Stratton Riding Mower with Smart Lawn Technology, Agri-Fab 44 in. Other than ergonomic and cosmetic changes the new E-100 series appears to remain unchanged from the 2017 D100 series. Grass is fairly slow growing due to extra shade etc… So I mow about 0.7 acres every 12-15 days in Charlotte NC. Buy at Amazon. I was looking at buying a John Deere E130 riding mower. Now after reading these comments, I am thinking about Cub Cadets too. I am probably going to buy a JD E110 mower, soon. Hi Jim, John Deere stands behind their machines. 48 inch Edge Cutting System: 25 HP* V-Twin extended life series engine Operator station is wide and comfortable Mowing high also shades out a lot of weed seeds so you won’t have to spray for weeds as much. You have to spend around $4000 to get a Deere with the same trasmission as the XT! It seems to be a consensus among John Deere users that the X3XX series has the much better cutting deck for Zoysia. Does the CC mulch well, leaves and grass? We had to take it in once but it was not of our fault. Start up the tractor and go mow your lawn. The E100, in particular, is not designed for slopes. Operator station is wide and comfortable That said, If you have a good local Cub Cadet dealer I would pick the XT2. Improved deck lift lever raises and lowers deck easily Many people want a stronger transmission than the K46 for mowing hills, using a snow blower and ground engaging work. Over the next hour, it should straighten out. But they are not. There is too much pressure with the gas powered washers. 17.5 HP* single cylinder engine Which will be a better choice for 1/2 acre flat mowing. Paul, your insights and information are great. And does greasing one or two pumps going to purge water out after??? Thanks for the info Paul. Hi John, I also don’t have any information about the differences but the right-hand letter is usually just an attachment or mounting option of the transmission. Thanks so much for the article and the reply! Type: Lawn Tractor If you don’t the spindle could bind up and break the deck belt. But – Home Depot carries more models than Lowes including the California Compliant models for sale in California. LIST PRICE: $2,799.00 USD, Who is this lawn tractor for? lawn tractors that cost $1500-2500 all are designed to last about 10 years. ... John Deere Tillage Parts; Fleetguard Filters; More Info. I have one hill on my property with around a 30 degree slop but only for about 6 feet. Also, what the heck is the difference between E machines and the S machines on Deere’s site and at Deere-brand dealers? The warranty will be up. The E160 cuts very well. How long does it typically take you to cut? Hi Joeseph. The Ariens IKON XL 52 in. You had mentioned 30% stronger in a reply to Peter below. That’s not a bad thing because John Deere has been “tweaking” this line for quite some time and it is a good, inexpensive lawn tractor. Operator station is wide and comfortable If you want to leave parts of your 6 acres for wildlife and/or not mow it every week it’s the wrong mower for you. (Mahindra and Kubota are the leaders in that class) I will certainly look into the other lawn tractors you recommended and certainly appreciate you sending me the lawn sweeper! It locks you into the Deere “Universe” for something you have always been able to have a choice with over the years. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Would it benefit me to move up from the S240 to the x series? The Simplicity is unique and uses a ground following deck. I miss Portillo’s and real Gyros…. The John Deere E130 does not. Check out this video gallery! I just bought a home and am looking for my first tractor and dont want to screw up a purchase like that. High-speed lawn sweepers like the Agri-Fab 44 in. It has worked fine on the 1/2-3/4 acres of flat yard I have, but it cannot make it up the other 1/2-3/4 acres of steeper hills. I had a craftsman 42″ with a 21hp single cylinder Briggs and it was very disappointing Went through 2 engines in 5 years and it just failed again. Try to keep your total rear weight to less than 600 lbs (including yourself). A good size for snow blowers and push mowers. This gives me the confidence to help you find the best E100 series for you. Paul does most of his writing out in his workshop where he feeds the wildlife and birds in the yard. Hi Alan, The equivalent would be the E-170 for the ELS engine but the E160 for the rear tires/transmission. Whether it cuts better depends on your lawn, the type of grass and how high you mow. You have to spend well over $4500 to get the K57/K58 – K57 3/4 inch axles, K58 1 inch) in a Deere. Fill the tank with fresh E10 – 87 octane fuel. Cut 2-Bin Bagger, 1 Family Sub-Compact Utility John Deere Tractors, Cub Cadet XT1 Enduro Series GT 50 in. Find John Deere riding lawn mowers at Lowe's today. Larry. I’m going to 4 reasons why it’s a good choice and 3 reasons why it may not be the best choice for you. Actually, I’m still very busy with snow blower over at movingsnow.com and haven’t had the chance to show off all the new mowers. You can see what accessories are available for your new John Deere E100 series here: You can see what accessories are available at The Home Depot for John Deere riding mowers here: The E100 series is a good, well-designed lawn tractor and is not a “Garden Tractor.”. The John Deere … Back Yard Tips. Deluxe high back seat with lumbar support adjusts easily Before moving from the northeast I sold my GX345 (54″ deck, wheel weights, tire chains, large cart and snowthrower) that had the K71 transmission which was a beast (at least for me). Hi Lance, a lawn tractor with a 42-inch deck is the best choice if you want the best cut on Zoysia. Especially if the grass is damp, wet or good high-moisture bluegrass. The engines are rated for 50% more life than the standard, Intek, series. Paul, thanks for all the info. 2020 John Deere E100 $1,599.00 2020 John Deere E110 $1,799.00 2020 John Deere E130 $1,999.00 2020 John Deere E140 $2,099.00 2020 John Deere E150 $2,199.00 2020 John Deere E160 $2,349.00 2020 John Deere E170 $2,449.00 2020 John Deere E180 $2,799.00 2020 John Deere … Specifications. If you need a tractor for more than just mowing a compact is a very good choice. I’m new to riding lawnmowers and your articles have been very helpful and detailed. Here is the correct Bagger: Craftsman 19A30003799 42–46 In. Tuff Torq K46AC – E170, E180 (Because of the K46 transmission in the E180 I only recommend it for flat land. Perfect! John Deere does offer a mulch plug, mulching blades and bagging blades for this tractor. Thanks, Paul Sikkema has been writing about snow blowers, riding mowers, and other lawn and garden equipment for over 10 years. My second choice is the E170 but the transmission is not quite as strong. Some manufacturers “stretch” that design spec and also install it in lawn tractors with 54-inch decks and 23-24 inch rear wheels. You can get a comparable mower for around $1500 from any other brand. I have a 1.25 acre lot and I plan to resod or seed the lot with zoysia grass. It appears that the frame of the E140 is slightly narrower. Paul – thanks for the quick answer – very helpful. They also mow very well. No one has used an 18-inch tire for many years. Hi Lance, The K57 is a true ground-engaging transmission so it’s designed to pull heavy loads. Would I even want to consider a machine in the E line? For my application I have been using a D140 with various carts, bagger system, with the ball hitch and e.t.c for pulling DR power vacuum, leveler and other items on a 1/2 acre property that has inclines exceeding 15 degrees. I have only owned a self propelled honda mower, never had a need for anything else. If your lawn is very thick southern grass or very lush I strongly suggest moving up to the E120 or E130 twin cylinder engines. I am looking at the E160 … I would consider the Cub XT1 LT50″ (a little less $$ than the Deere), but not sure about Cub vs Deere. I am not looking to spend more money. We recently bought a 6 acre property that is mainly flat and open. I don’t necessarily need a sit down garden tractor. Thanks Paul. I think their pricing is absolutely nuts! I cannot find anyplace what the HP is on this unit? We are looking at Cub Cadet Xt2 42″ with the Vtwin Kohler or the Deere E130. I’m guessing the rise from the street to the sidewalk is 20 to 30 feet. On a modest slope for much of the lot, just spread out and windy around other plantings with lots of trees. Hi Paul, I need advice on buying my first Riding Mower. Hi Dave, Yes, the oil change will be similar to your L111. Straight mowing back and forth. It also chews up leaves very well. I recently purchased a home with just over 1 acre to mow. Hi, Dave, the Briggs ELS engine has an excellent reputation and will last a long time. Half the potential buyers will wait “to see if it’s any good.” You can 100% mulch when the conditions are right or adjust it for partial or full discharge when you need to all without tools. I have a couple of more questions. Are u still reviewing Craftsman tractors? The XT1 GT50 has a heavier duty transmission than the other two. It’s more money but it will last twice as long for the work you want it to do. It will last her a long time. Hi Scott, yes, the Deere 100 series deck is designed so it does not need additional baffles installed to mulch. Compared to the 100 Series traditional oil filter, the Easy Change oil system uses a synthetic filter media material, has more filtering capacity, and has more oil flow capacity, — and the engine system has 40 percent more oil volume. Why? The deck on the E140 is different. Please recycle. Your thoughts on this combo and alternate choices within the Deere line (and maybe Cub Cadet after reading some of your comments)? I checked the companies website and they list it as there lightest duty unit rated for 150 ls ft. of torque. In fact, Briggs & Stratton now has commercial ZTR engines with a 500-hour oil change and walk-behind engines that never need an oil change. Take an affordable and dependable lawn tractor and upgrade it with more a more comfortable operator area and controls. So it makes sense that if you use good synthetic oil in your lawn tractor and then use a good filter to keep the oil clean you should also never have to change the oil. What are the advatages of a larger tire, and 1hp? For 2.5-3 acres I suggest going with a 54-inch deck. I am just needing it cut couple acres and pull some gravel in my little wagon instead of a wheelbarrow all the time. Hi Paul, Thanks Paul. Deck $2,599.00 2020 John Deere … (Most owners use their lawn tractor 50 hours a year or 500 hours in 10 years – That only 30,000 miles in an automobile.). Hi Paul John Deere Easy Change™ 30-Second Oil Change System allows anyone to easily change their tractor oil with no hassles and no mess. I have 1.5 acres of flat but bumpy terrain. 24 HP* V-Twin extended life series engine Hi Paul, good article and I agree the John Deere’s in this price range are very good values. I like the fact that John Deere took the “Let’s keep what works” approach and made a better lawn tractor instead of something completely new. I don’t think so. Is it worth another $1000 for that feature? My question is this – is the extra HP of the E160 worth the price? Please call us at: 1-800-HOME-DEPOT (1-800-466-3337), Please enter in your email address in the following format: you@domain.com. If there is a problem or recall only half the mower line is affected. Paul i would actually like to just use a blade. The older engines really can’t handle a slope greater than 15 degrees and that may be why the engine finally failed. The E130 is a step up from the E120 and has more features than the E120 at $1899. A good size for lawn tractors and zero-turns. The trans is too light and the rear wheels too large to use that mower on hills.). Something like an Exmark, Gravely, etc with somewhere around the 36 to 48″ deck? LIST PRICE: $2,099.00 USD, Link to read more and purchase at The Home Depot: E150 48 in. But, The real difference is Lowes has the E130 exclusively and Home Depot has the E120 exclusively. I need a comfortable seat to mow 1/3 to 1/2 acres of flat residential lawn. Thank you again. No, I don’t suggest treating the deck because the oil or silicone will wear off in the first 15 minutes. Do you know the time difference in cutting between a commercial zero turn and X700/subcompact tractor with a 60” deck? John Deere E120 Lawn Tractor. E100 42 in. brand new john deere e12 flex wing rotary cutter!! I have a flat yard of less than an acre. I have another question regarding my mower related also to landscaping. 2) What’s your opinion about the reliability of power PTO? we purchased a E150 with the 48″ edge deck. Hi Paul, first and foremost thank you!!! John Deere Online Parts Catalog; Return Form; Parts Quote; Customer Feedback; Used Mowers; John Deere Model Year to Serial Number Guide; John Deere Tuneup Guide; John Deere … 547cc Fuel Injected Engine Gas Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor with Cub Connect Bluetooth, No-Spill 1450 5-Gallon Poly Gas Can (CARB Compliant), Craftsman ProSeries 27042 46″ 725cc Kohler Riding Mower with TurnTight Extreme, Craftsman 19A30003799 42–46 In. E170 I’m assuming water and/or dirt has gotten into your gas can. I don’t think the electric Cub Cadet or the E160 are the right choice. Home Depot carries the XT1 Enduro GT 54 in. I tried to reply under his post but it seems to have moved me to the top of the comments so it was a little out of context. I went by the John Deere dealer and looked at various models. Personally, if I had a choice, I would pick the model without the 30-second oil change. This is for my daughter to use so ease of use and reliability is what I need. 20 HP V-Twin Gas Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor, E140 48 in. Something else is causing this and it’s most likely your fuel. Where did you get the e170 trans being 30% stronger from? Improved deck lift lever raises and lowers deck easily Check it out here: Craftsman ProSeries 27042 46″ 725cc Kohler Riding Mower with TurnTight Extreme. Thoughts? 3. I have a good dealer near by that sells John Deere, Kioti, and Exmark equipment. What is the reasoning that the E100 and the like aren’t meant for hill? Thank you for the advice. I am planning on ordering the CC XT2 LX42. Notice: Every attempt is made to ensure the data listed is accurate. If you want to stay in that general price range the Cub Cadet garden tractors are a good choice. I’ll leave a small write up at the end of this comment to help you get the right one. Type: Lawn Tractor They are all built to last in your residential mower. Easy Change™ 30-Second Oil Change System for fast and simple service Included on the E120 and E130 … https://www.bradleymowers.com/. John Deere does offer a mulch plug, mulching blades and bagging blades for this tractor. So, the E series Deere, Cub Cadet XT1 series, Craftsman, Husqvarna, etc. Hi Alan, Thanks, I missed that. The XT1 and XT2 GT series will last on slopes. Improved deck lift lever raises and lowers deck easily Fabricated Deck 25-HP V-Twin Kohler, Cub Cadet XT1 Enduro Series GT 50 in. A commercial ZTR is a lawn mower – nothing else. Thanks, What are your thoughts on the E130 vs XT2? I’m in mid-Missouri – bought a house with many mature trees across pretty flat ground, a small hill drops me to the back yard which is flat and not trees. I can wash the deck out behind it. From reading most of your reviews, I’m worried about the transmission and motor not holding up to the uphill and sidehill cutting that I’ll be doing. The E140 has a 48-inch 3-blade deck, electric PTO, but no EZ oil change. I was thinking I wanted a 48″ deck for my 1 acre, mostly flat semi-bumpy lawn. Tuff Torq TLT200A – E110, E120, E130 I’m going to contact my dealer to check if he can get the XT1 GT50 otherwise I think I’m going to spend the extra buck and get the whole package XT2GX54FAB. But I was curious about the electric lawn tractor by cub cadet also. Changing the oil is as easy as twisting on a new oil-filled filter. For some reason I just now saw your message. 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