Toro LX500
The Toro LX500 is a tractor produced by Toro Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 725 cc 44.24 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 22 hp / 16.4 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse. Operating weight: 525 lbs 238 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 22 hp / 16.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3 gal
11.4 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse
Operating Weight
525 lbs
238 kg
Overview
 | 2006 - 2007
LX SeriesLawn tractorMTD built
LX Series
Lawn tractor
MTD built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Toro |
Manufacturer | MTD |
Lawn tractor | |
Original price | $1,900 (2007 ) |
$1,899 (2008 ) | |
Toro LX500 Engine | |
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22HP Kohler 725cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3 gal
11.4 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Toro LX500 Transmission | |
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mechanical CVT | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Mid PTO Type | pulley |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 46 inches
116 cm |
Weight | 525 lbs
238 kg |
Front tire | 15x6 |
Rear tire | 20x10 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Lawn and Garden Tractors - LX Series / GT2000 Series published in 2006, by Toro | |
Service Manual LX Lawn Tractor (492-9184) published in 2006 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 725 cc / 44.24 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler Courage SV720 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
Displacement | 725 cc
44.24 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.27x2.64 inches
83 x 67 mm |
Power (gross) | 22 hp
16.4 kW |
Rated RPM | 3600 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse mechanical CVT
Type | mechanical CVT |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
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Dimensions
Toro LX500 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x10 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 46 inches
116 cm |
Length | 68 inches
172 cm |
Width | 38 inches
96 cm |
Height | 41 inches
104 cm |
Weight | 525 lbs
238 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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50" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade |
50" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Toro |
3-blade | |
Cutting width | 50 inches
127 cm |
Photos
Toro LX500
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Toro Lawn Tractors Toro LX500 based on its 22 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 | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
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 Toro Lawn Tractors Toro LX500.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.6 hrs
Approximately 2.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3 gal / 11.4 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.1 gal/hr (4.3 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
Toro Lawn Tractors Toro LX500 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Toro Lawn Tractors Toro LX500.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)22 hp
Kilowatts (kW)16.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)22.3 PS
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