Quick answer:
The John Deere GX345 tractor has 20 hp engine horsepower and 20 hp PTO horsepower.
Engine horsepower20 hp
PTO horsepower20 hp
Drawbar horsepower20.5 hp
Rated RPM3,600 rpm
Operating weight683 lb
John Deere GX345 Horsepower Details
| Engine horsepower | 20 hp |
|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | 20 hp |
| Drawbar horsepower | 20.5 hp |
| Rated engine RPM | 3,600 rpm |
| Engine displacement | 35.7 cu in |
| Engine cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine model | the Kawasaki FD611V |
| Operating weight | 683 lb |
Horsepower Comparison Chart
Engine horsepower comparison
PTO horsepower comparison
Drawbar horsepower comparison
Operating weight comparison
John Deere GX345 Extra Horsepower Notes
| Horsepower note | The John Deere GX345 lists engine horsepower and PTO horsepower very close together at about 20 hp. |
|---|---|
| PTO note | For PTO-driven work, the John Deere GX345’s practical rating is 20 hp, which fits finish mowing, light-duty rotary cutting, light tilling and small utility PTO jobs. |
| Drawbar note | Use 20.5 hp drawbar horsepower for pulling comparisons and 20 hp PTO horsepower for driven implements on the John Deere GX345. |
| Power-to-weight note | At 683 lb and 20 hp, the John Deere GX345 works out to about 34.1 lb per engine horsepower, making it light for its power, so traction and ballast can become the limiting factor before engine power. |
| Engine note | For engine identification, the John Deere GX345 is listed with engine model the Kawasaki FD611V, 35.7 cu in displacement, 2 cylinders, rated at 3,600 rpm. |
| Torque / RPM note | Use the John Deere GX345’s 3,600 rpm rated RPM when comparing engine specs across similar tractors. |
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.







