Quick answer:
The John Deere 717A tractor has 19 hp engine horsepower and 19 hp PTO horsepower.
Engine horsepower19 hp
PTO horsepower19 hp
Rated RPM3,600 rpm
Operating weight1,132 lb
John Deere 717A Horsepower Details
| Engine horsepower | 19 hp |
|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | 19 hp |
| Rated engine RPM | 3,600 rpm |
| Engine displacement | 41.2 cu in |
| Engine cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine model | the Kawasaki FH601V engine model. This |
| Operating weight | 1,132 lb |
Horsepower Comparison Chart
Engine horsepower comparison
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John Deere 717A Extra Horsepower Notes
| Horsepower note | Engine and PTO output are nearly matched on the John Deere 717A, so the listed PTO figure stays close to the engine rating. |
|---|---|
| PTO note | For PTO-driven work, the John Deere 717A’s practical rating is 19 hp, which fits finish mowing, light-duty rotary cutting, light tilling and small utility PTO jobs. |
| Power-to-weight note | Using 1,132 lb operating weight and 19 hp engine power, the John Deere 717A comes out at roughly 59.6 lb per engine horsepower, meaning it is light for its power, so traction and ballast can become the limiting factor before engine power. |
| Engine note | With 41.2 cu in across 2 cylinders, the John Deere 717A averages about 20.6 L per cylinder. |
| Torque / RPM note | The John Deere 717A’s horsepower rating is tied to a rated engine speed of 3,600 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.







