Quick answer:
The John Deere F525 tractor has 17 hp engine horsepower and 17 hp PTO horsepower.
Engine horsepower17 hp
PTO horsepower17 hp
Drawbar horsepower15.5 hp
Rated RPM3,250 rpm
Operating weight740 lb
John Deere F525 Horsepower Details
| Engine horsepower | 17 hp |
|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | 17 hp |
| Drawbar horsepower | 15.5 hp |
| Rated engine RPM | 3,250 rpm |
| Engine displacement | 32.6 cu in |
| Engine model | single-cylinder 17hp Kawasaki |
| Operating weight | 740 lb |
Horsepower Comparison Chart
Engine horsepower comparison
PTO horsepower comparison
Drawbar horsepower comparison
Operating weight comparison
John Deere F525 Extra Horsepower Notes
| Horsepower note | The John Deere F525 lists engine horsepower and PTO horsepower very close together at about 17 hp. |
|---|---|
| PTO note | The John Deere F525’s PTO output is 17 hp, about 100% of its 17 hp engine rating, so PTO implement choice should be based on the PTO number. |
| Drawbar note | For plows, ground tools and pull-type loads, the John Deere F525’s 15.5 hp drawbar horsepower says more than engine horsepower alone. |
| Power-to-weight note | The John Deere F525’s weight-to-power figure is about 43.5 lb per engine horsepower; that means it is light for its power, so traction and ballast can become the limiting factor before engine power. |
| Engine note | The John Deere F525 uses engine model single-cylinder 17hp Kawasaki, 32.6 cu in displacement, rated at 3,250 rpm, which helps explain where its horsepower rating comes from. |
| Torque / RPM note | The John Deere F525’s horsepower rating is tied to a rated engine speed of 3,250 rpm. |
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Horsepower, PTO horsepower, drawbar horsepower, weight and engine specs can change by year, market, engine option, cab, transmission and test standard. Please check the operator manual and official deere.com website for official information.







