Quick answer:
The John Deere LT190 tractor has 18 hp engine horsepower and 19.5 hp PTO horsepower.
Engine horsepower18 hp
PTO horsepower19.5 hp
Drawbar horsepower17.5 hp
Rated RPM3,600 rpm
Operating weight1,100 lb
John Deere LT190 Horsepower Details
| Engine horsepower | 18 hp |
|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | 19.5 hp |
| Drawbar horsepower | 17.5 hp |
| Rated engine RPM | 3,600 rpm |
| Engine displacement | 0.5 L |
| Engine cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine model | the Kawasaki FH580V |
| Operating weight | 1,100 lb |
Horsepower Comparison Chart
Engine horsepower comparison
PTO horsepower comparison
Drawbar horsepower comparison
Operating weight comparison
John Deere LT190 Extra Horsepower Notes
| Horsepower note | The John Deere LT190 is rated at 18 hp engine horsepower and 17.5 hp drawbar horsepower, putting usable pulling power about 0.5 hp below engine output. |
|---|---|
| PTO note | For PTO-driven work, the John Deere LT190’s practical rating is 19.5 hp, which fits finish mowing, light-duty rotary cutting, light tilling and small utility PTO jobs. |
| Drawbar note | For plows, ground tools and pull-type loads, the John Deere LT190’s 17.5 hp drawbar horsepower says more than engine horsepower alone. |
| Power-to-weight note | The John Deere LT190 pairs 18 hp with 1,100 lb of operating weight, so the real-world result depends heavily on traction, ballast and tyre setup. |
| Engine note | The John Deere LT190’s 0.5 L engine makes 18 hp, or about 33.3 hp per litre. |
| Torque / RPM note | Use the John Deere LT190’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.

