John Deere X500
The John Deere X500 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 675 cc 41.2 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 25 hp / 18.6 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq K72B. Operating weight: 655 lbs 297 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 25 hp / 18.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
5 gal
18.9 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq K72B
Operating Weight
655 lbs*Weight of tractor only.
297 kg
Overview
 | 2006 - 2015
Model year 2006-20102011-2015
Select X500 SeriesGarden tractor
Select X500 Series
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA | |
John Deere X500 Engine | |
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25HP Kawasaki 675cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 5 gal
18.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere X500 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Steering | manual sector-and-pinion |
Open operator station with 15-inch seat and 7-inch adjustment. Cupholder, toolbox, and 12-volt outlet standard. | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Type | sleeve hitch OptOptional |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 51.2 inches
130 cm |
Weight | 655 lbs
297 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.5-8 |
Rear tire | 24x12-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery CCA | 500 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Select Series Tractors published in 2007, by John Deere | |
Select Series Tractors published in 2009, by John Deere | |
Commercial & Consumer Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 2007, by John Deere | |
Riding Lawn Equipment Attachments & Accessories published in 2011, by John Deere | |
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Operator's Manual X500 Series Tractors (OMM153412) published in 2005 | |
Operator's Manual X500 Series Tractors (OMM155821) published in 2006 | |
Operator's Manual X500 Series Tractors (OMM157372) published in 2008 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 675 cc / 41.2 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kawasaki FH721V |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 675 cc
41.2 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.96x2.99 inches
75 x 76 mm |
Power (gross) | 25 hp
18.6 kW |
Fuel system | carburetor |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Intake valve clearance | 0.004 inches (cold)
0.102 mm |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.004 inches (cold)
0.102 mm |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Tuff Torq K72B
Transmission | Tuff Torq K72B |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil capacity | 5.6 qts
5.3 L |
Hydrostatic transmission operated with two foot pedals and dash-mounted cruise control. | |
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X500 Transmission Controls | |
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1 | Throttle |
2 | Cruise control |
3 | Brake |
4 | Forward |
5 | Reverse |
6 | Parking brake |
7 | Differential lock |
Dimensions
John Deere X500 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.5-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 24x12-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 51.2 inches
130 cm |
Length | 79 inches
200 cm |
Width | 41 inches
104 cm |
Height | 43 inches
109 cm |
Operating weight | 655 lbs*Weight of tractor only.
297 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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48" mid-mount mower deck | |
54" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Front-end loader | |
The John Deere X500 was compatible with a 30-inch mechanical-drive tiller. |
Photos
John Deere X500, right-side view
John Deere X500 with mower deck.
John Deere X500 with mower deck.
John Deere X500 with mower deck.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere X500 based on its 25 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
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 John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere X500.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.8 hrs
Approximately 3.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (5 gal / 18.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.3 gal/hr (4.9 L/hr)
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
John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere X500 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere Lawn Tractors John Deere X500.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)25 hp
Kilowatts (kW)18.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)25.3 PS
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