Quick answer:
The John Deere Z850A tractor has 31 hp engine horsepower and 31 hp PTO horsepower.
Engine horsepower31 hp
PTO horsepower31 hp
Drawbar horsepower31 hp
Operating weight1,200 lb
John Deere Z850A Horsepower Details
| Engine horsepower | 31 hp |
|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | 31 hp |
| Drawbar horsepower | 31 hp |
| Engine displacement | 52 cu in |
| Engine cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine model | Kawasaki FX850V |
| Operating weight | 1,200 lb |
Horsepower Comparison Chart
Engine horsepower comparison
PTO horsepower comparison
Drawbar horsepower comparison
Operating weight comparison
John Deere Z850A Extra Horsepower Notes
| Horsepower note | The John Deere Z850A lists engine horsepower and PTO horsepower very close together at about 31 hp. |
|---|---|
| PTO note | For PTO-driven work, the John Deere Z850A’s practical rating is 31 hp, which fits finish mowing, light-duty rotary cutting, light tilling and small utility PTO jobs. |
| Drawbar note | Use 31 hp drawbar horsepower for pulling comparisons and 31 hp PTO horsepower for driven implements on the John Deere Z850A. |
| Power-to-weight note | The John Deere Z850A pairs 31 hp with 1,200 lb of operating weight, so the real-world result depends heavily on traction, ballast and tyre setup. |
| Engine note | The John Deere Z850A uses engine model Kawasaki FX850V, 52 cu in displacement, 2 cylinders, which helps explain where its horsepower rating comes from. |
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.







