John Deere X520

The John Deere X520 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): 26 hp / 19.4 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq K72B. Operating weight: 153 lbs 69 kg.

Overview

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

John Deere X520 Engine
26HP Kawasaki 675cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	5 gal 18.9 L
Engine details ...

John Deere X520 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	710 lbs 322 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 FD731V
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	2-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	675 cc 41.2 ci
Bore/Stroke	2.96x2.99 inches 75 x 76 mm
Power (gross)	26 hp 19.4 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.

X520 Transmission Controls
1	Throttle
2	Cruise control
3	Brake
4	Forward
5	Reverse
6	Parking brake
7	Differential lock

Dimensions

John Deere X520 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	48 inches 121 cm
Operating weight	710 lbs*Weight of tractor only. 322 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
54" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
The John Deere X520 was compatible with a 30-inch mechanical-drive tiller.

54" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount John Deere 54X
	3-blade with manual spring-assisted lift
Cutting width	54 inches 137 cm
Belt	M154897 (drive)
	M154960 (deck)
Weight	153 lbs 69 kg
Overall width	64.5 inches 163 cm
Cut height	1 to 4 inch 2 to 10 cm
Cut positions	13

Photos

John Deere X520 with mower deck.

John Deere X520 with disc.

John Deere X520 with disc.