John Deere 1520 Specifications

Production

Who manufactured the John Deere 1520 and where was it made?

• Manufacturer: John Deere
• Type: Utility tractor
• Factories: Dubuque, Iowa, USA; Mannheim, Baden-W\u00fcrttemberg, Germany
• Original price: $5,300 (1973)

Horsepower

What is the tested horsepower of the John Deere 1520?

• Drawbar: 38.48 hp (28.7 kW)
• PTO: 47.86 hp (35.7 kW)

Engines

What engines are available for the John Deere 1520?

• Diesel: John Deere 2.7L 3-cyl diesel
• Gasoline: John Deere 2.7L 3-cyl gasoline

Mechanical

What are the mechanical features of the John Deere 1520?

• Chassis: 4x2 2WD
• Final drives: Planetary
• Differential lock: Mechanical rear (optional)
• Steering: Power assist
• Brakes: Differential hydraulic wet disc
• Cab: Open operator station
• Transmissions:
  • 8-speed collar shift
  • 16-speed two-speed power shift
  • 8-speed power shuttle

Capacity

What are the fuel and hydraulic capacities of the John Deere 1520?

• Fuel: 19.5 gal (73.8 L)
• Hydraulic system: 10 gal (37.9 L)

Hydraulics

What hydraulic specifications does the John Deere 1520 have?

• Type: Closed center
• Capacity: 10 gal (37.9 L)
• Pump flow: 10.5 gpm (39.7 lpm)

Tractor hitch

What is the rear lift capacity for the John Deere 1520?

• Rear lift: 2300 lbs (1043 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

What are the PTO options for the John Deere 1520?

• Rear PTO: Live, independent (optional)
• Rear RPM: 540, 540/1000 (optional)

Dimensions & Tires

What are the dimensions and tire sizes for the John Deere 1520?

• Wheelbase: 80.7 inches (204 cm) straight; 74.3 inches (188 cm) swept
• Weight: 4490 to 5855 pounds
• Front tire: 6.00-16
• Rear tire: 14.9-28

Electrical

What electrical system does the John Deere 1520 use?

• Ground: Negative
• Battery volts: 12