Quick answer:
The John Deere 520 transmission listing shows 24F/24R gears and 6-speed. Top travel speed is 12.5 mph forward and 4.5 mph reverse. Transmission options include AutoPowr, IVT, CommandQuad, AutoQuad, PowrQuad, and PowerShift.
Forward/reverse gears24F/24R
Forward speed20.1 km/h
Reverse speed7.2 km/h
Transmission optionsAutoPowr, IVT, CommandQuad, AutoQuad + 3 more
Reverser/shuttlePowerReverser
John Deere 520 Transmission Specs
| Forward/reverse gears | 24F/24R |
|---|---|
| Transmission gear count | 6-speed |
| Top forward speed | 12.5 mph |
| Top reverse speed | 4.5 mph |
| Transmission options | AutoPowr, IVT, CommandQuad, AutoQuad, PowrQuad, PowerShift, PowerReverser |
| Shuttle or reverser type | PowerReverser |
Transmission Speed Comparison Chart
Top forward speed comparison
Top reverse speed comparison
John Deere 520 Extra Transmission Notes
| Speed note | The John Deere 520 transmission speed listing gives 12.5 mph forward and 4.5 mph reverse. Reverse speed is noticeably lower than forward speed, which is common on many tractor transmissions |
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| Options note | The John Deere 520 transmission-options field shows AutoPowr, IVT, CommandQuad, AutoQuad, PowrQuad, PowerShift, PowerReverser. The long option list usually means this model family had multiple transmission packages across trims, years or markets |
| Reverser note | The John Deere 520 listing includes PowerReverser. That is a useful buyer detail for loader work, shuttling and frequent forward/reverse direction changes |
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Transmission specs can change by year, trim, region, tire size and option package. Please check the operator manual, build sheet and official deere.com website for official information.





