Farmtrac 520
The Farmtrac 520 is a tractor produced by Farmtrac. It is equipped with a 172 ci 2.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 52 hp / 38.8 kW. Transmission: shuttle, partial synchromesh. Operating weight: 4220 to 4760 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 52 hp / 38.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Diesel
Transmission
shuttle, partial synchromesh
Operating Weight
4220 to 4760 pounds
Overview
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Production | |
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Distributor | Farmtrac |
Manufacturer | Escorts |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Faridabad, India | |
Farmtrac 520 Engine | |
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2.8L 3-cyl diesel | |
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Farmtrac 520 Transmission | |
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8-speed | |
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Farmtrac 520 Power | |
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Engine | 52 hp
38.8 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 46 hp
34.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Two-post ROPS. |
Hydraulics | |
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Pump flow | 9 gpm
34.1 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Rear lift | 2645 lbs
1199 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
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Weight | 4220 to 4760 pounds |
Front tire | 7.5-16 |
Rear tire | 14.9-28 |
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Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 36 |
Battery CCA | 600 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
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Engine Detail — 172 ci / 2.8 L Diesel
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 172 ci
2.8 L |
Power | 52 hp
38.8 kW |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
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Transmission — shuttle, partial synchromesh
Transmission | shuttle, partial synchromesh |
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Dimensions
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Farmtrac 520 Tires | |
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2WD Ag front | 7.5-16 |
4WD Ag front | 8.3-24 |
Ag rear | 14.9-28 |
16.9-28 | |
Lawn/turf front | 9.5L-15 |
Lawn/turf rear | 16.9-24 |
Industrial front | 11L-14 |
Industrial rear | 14.9-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 137 inches
347 cm |
Width | 70 inches
177 cm |
Height | 95 inches
241 cm |
2WD Weight | 4220 lbs
1914 kg |
4WD Weight | 4760 lbs
2159 kg |
Attachments
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Photos
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Farmtrac 520 based on its 52 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Farmtrac 520.
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Farmtrac 520 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Farmtrac 520.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)52 hp
Kilowatts (kW)38.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)52.7 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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Engine Power:Diesel (listed): 52 hp / 38.8 kW
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