Quick answer:
The John Deere Z860A tractor has 27 hp engine horsepower and 27 hp PTO horsepower.
Engine horsepower27 hp
PTO horsepower27 hp
Drawbar horsepower34 hp
Rated RPM3,600 rpm
Operating weight1,200 lb
John Deere Z860A Horsepower Details
| Engine horsepower | 27 hp |
|---|---|
| PTO horsepower | 27 hp |
| Drawbar horsepower | 34 hp |
| Rated engine RPM | 3,600 rpm |
| Engine displacement | 61 cu in |
| Engine model | Kawasaki FX801V |
| Operating weight | 1,200 lb |
Horsepower Comparison Chart
Engine horsepower comparison
PTO horsepower comparison
Drawbar horsepower comparison
Operating weight comparison
John Deere Z860A Extra Horsepower Notes
| Horsepower note | The John Deere Z860A has almost no visible gap between the listed engine horsepower and PTO horsepower ratings. |
|---|---|
| PTO note | The John Deere Z860A’s PTO output is 27 hp, about 100% of its 27 hp engine rating, so PTO implement choice should be based on the PTO number. |
| Drawbar note | Use 34 hp drawbar horsepower for pulling comparisons and 27 hp PTO horsepower for driven implements on the John Deere Z860A. |
| Power-to-weight note | At 1,200 lb and 27 hp, the John Deere Z860A works out to about 44.4 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 Z860A is listed with engine model Kawasaki FX801V, 61 cu in displacement, rated at 3,600 rpm. |
| Torque / RPM note | The John Deere Z860A’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.







