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 rated power output is 25 hp 18.6 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq K72B. Operating weight: 655 lbs 297 kg.

Overview

	2006 - 2015 Model year 2006-20102011-2015 Select X500 SeriesGarden tractor
2006 - 2015
Model year 2006-20102011-2015
Select X500 Series
Garden tractor

Production
Manufacturer	John Deere
Garden tractor
Built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA

John Deere X500 Engine
25HP Kawasaki 675cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	5 gal 18.9 L
Engine details ...

John Deere X500 Transmission
hydrostatic
Transmission details ...

Mechanical
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
Type	sleeve hitch OptOptional

Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO	independent
Clutch	electric

Dimensions & Tires
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
Ground	negative
Charging amps	15
Battery CCA	500
Battery volts	12

References
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
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.

X500 Transmission Controls
1	Throttle
2	Cruise control
3	Brake
4	Forward
5	Reverse
6	Parking brake
7	Differential lock

Dimensions

John Deere X500 Tires
Lawn/turf front	16x6.5-8
Lawn/turf rear	24x12-12

Dimensions
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
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.