John Deere 4520 Specifications
Engine Horsepower: 133 hp
Manufactured: 1969 to 1970
John Deere 4520 Summary
The John Deere 4520 was produced from 1969 to 1970 as part of the New Generation Series. This row-crop tractor was built in Waterloo, Iowa, with a total production number of 7,894 units. The tractor offers 107 hp drawbar power (claimed) and 120 hp PTO power (claimed), with tested figures being slightly higher. It had two transmission variants: an 8-speed partially synchronized transmission and an 8-speed full power shift.
John Deere 4520 Horsepower, Weight, and Specifications:
Production
Who manufactured the John Deere 4520 and where was it built?
- Manufacturer: John Deere
- Type: Row-Crop tractor
- Production Site: Waterloo, Iowa, USA
- Total Built: 7,894
- Powershift: 1,666
- Synchro Range: 6,228
- Original Price (1972): $11,600
- Special Feature: First Deere tractor with a factory-installed turbocharger
- Early Issues: Air cleaner and fuel injectors problems in early models
Engine
What engine powers the John Deere 4520?
- Type: John Deere 6.6L 6-cyl diesel
Transmissions
What are the transmission options for the John Deere 4520?
- Partially Synchronized: 8-speed
- Full Power Shift: 8-speed
Horsepower
What is the horsepower of the John Deere 4520?
- Drawbar (claimed): 107 hp / 79.8 kW
- PTO (claimed): 120 hp / 89.5 kW
- Drawbar (tested): 111.21 hp / 82.9 kW
- PTO (tested): 123.39 hp / 92.0 kW
Mechanical
What are the mechanical features of the John Deere 4520?
- Drive: 4x2 2WD / 4x4 HFWD 4WD
- Differential Lock: Hydraulic rear
- Power Steering: Yes
- Brakes: Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
- Operator Station: Open. Optional Roll-Gard ROPS. Optional cab with heater.
Capacity
What is the fuel and hydraulic capacity of the John Deere 4520?
- Fuel: 50 gal / 189.3 L
- Hydraulic System (PowerShift): 16 gal / 60.6 L
- Hydraulic System (SynchroRange): 18 gal / 68.1 L
Hydraulics
What are the hydraulic specifications for the John Deere 4520?
- Type: Closed center
- Capacity (PowerShift): 16 gal / 60.6 L
- Capacity (SynchroRange): 18 gal / 68.1 L
- Pressure: 2250 psi / 155.1 bar
- Valves: 1 to 3
Tractor Hitch
What type of hitch does the John Deere 4520 have?
- Rear Type: III/II
Power Take-off (PTO)
What are the PTO details of the John Deere 4520?
- Rear PTO: Independent
- Clutch (SyncroRange): Dry disc
- Clutch (PowerShift): Wet disc
- Rear RPM: 1000
Dimensions & Tires
What are the dimensions and tire specifications for the John Deere 4520?
- Wheelbase: 106.5 inches / 270 cm
- Weight: 12,285 to 14,175 pounds
- Front Tire: 10.00-16
- Rear Tire: 20.8-38
Electrical
What are the electrical specifications of the John Deere 4520?
- Ground: Negative
- Charging System: Alternator
- Charging Amps: 55 (72 with A/C)
- Batteries: 2
- Battery Volts: 6
- Battery AH: 172
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