| Engine: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Manufacturer |
Kawasaki |
| Model number |
FH721V |
FD731V |
FH721V |
FD731V |
| Power* |
25 hp (18.6 kW) |
26 hp (19.4 kW) |
25 hp (18.6 kW) |
26 hp (19.4 kW) |
| Cooling method |
Air |
Liquid |
Air |
Liquid |
| Displacement |
41.2 cu. in. (675 cc) |
| Bore |
2.96-in. (75.2 mm) |
| Stroke |
2.99-in. (76 mm) |
| Engine rated speeds: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Fast idle (no load) |
3350 rpm |
| Low idle (no load) |
1900 rpm |
| Number of cylinders |
2 |
| Cylinder configuration |
V-twin |
| Crankshaft alignment |
Vertical |
| Type of Valves |
Overhead |
| Cycle |
4 cycle |
| Compression ratio |
8.1 : 1 |
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8.1 : 1 |
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| Cylinder material |
Cast iron |
| Block material |
Aluminum |
| Air filter type |
Dry, replaceable w/foam precleaner |
| Crankcase capacity (with filter) |
2.0 U.S. qt. (1.9 L) |
2.1 U.S. qt. (2.0 L) |
2.0 U.S. qt. (1.9 L) |
2.1 U.S. qt. (2.0 L) |
| Lubrication system |
Full-pressure with filter |
| Coolant capacity: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| 7Radiator, block, and recover tank |
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3.0 qt. (2.8 L) |
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3.0 qt. (2.8 L) |
| Electrical System: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Ignition |
Electronic |
| Type of starter |
Electric |
| Charging system |
Flywheel alternator |
| Capacity |
15 amp regulated |
| Battery reserve capacity @ 25 amp |
90 min. |
| Battery cold cranking amp @ 0°F |
500 amp |
| 12 volt outlet |
Standard |
| Gauges: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Fuel |
Gauge on dash |
| Hourmeter |
Standard |
| Indicator lights: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Engine oil pressure |
Yes |
| Battery charge |
No |
| PTO light front/rear |
Yes |
| Eng. coolant temp. |
No |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
| Fuel System: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Fuel tank capacity |
5 U.S. gal. (18.9 L) |
| Fuel type |
Unleaded, 87 octane |
| Fuel pump location |
On engine |
| Fuel pump type |
Pulse |
| Fuel delivery |
Fixed jet carburetor |
| In-line fuel filter |
Replaceable, 25 micron |
| In-tank fuel filter |
Replaceable, 70 micron |
| Operator Station: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Fender handles |
Standard |
| Cupholder |
Standard |
| Seat: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Style |
15 in. high-back with grasp |
| Suspension |
Steel springs, three positions, no tools required |
| Slide adjustment |
Automotive style, no tools required, 7-in. |
| Steering: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| 2- or 4-wheel steering |
2WS |
4WS |
2WS |
| Type |
Sector and pinion |
Power |
| Tilt wheel |
No |
Standard - 5 position |
| Turning Radius: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| 2WS |
22-in. (55.9 cm) |
22-in. (55.9 cm) |
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22-in. (55.9 cm) |
| 4WS |
--- |
27-in. (68.6 cm) |
27-in. (68.6 cm) |
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| Uncut circle radius |
27 in. (68.6 cm) w/48X mower |
24 in. (61 cm) w/54X mower |
14 in. (35.6 cm) w/48X mower |
13 in. (33 cm) w/54X mower |
24 in. (61 cm) w/54X mower |
| Drivetrain: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Transaxle type |
Hydrostatic |
| Transaxle manufacturer |
Kanzaki |
| Transaxle model |
K72 |
| Transmission drive type |
In-line belt |
| Transmission type |
Automatic / hydrostatic |
| Hydrostatic transmission type |
Axial piston |
| Displacement; pump/motor |
18 cc/21 cc |
| Relief pressure |
650 psi |
| Rear axle diameter |
1 in. (25.4 mm) |
| Travel speeds: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Forward |
0-7 mph (0-11.3 km/h) |
| Reverse |
0-5.2 mph (0-8.4 km/h) |
| Lubricant type |
J20D |
| Differential lock |
Standard |
| Control |
Twin Touch automatic |
| Cruise control |
Standard |
| Oil cooler |
Fan on transmission |
| Filter |
Not applicable |
| Hydraulic System: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Pump type |
Gerotor |
| Output @ fast idle |
Not applicable |
| Relief pressure |
Not applicable |
| Lift system: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Type |
Foot pedal with adjustable spring assist |
Hydraulic |
| Hydraulic couplers |
No |
| Mower cut height |
1-4-in. (25-102 mm) |
| Cut height increments |
.25-in. (6.35 mm) |
| Preset cut height |
Yes |
| Brakes: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Location |
Transmission |
| Type |
Internal wet disk |
| PTO: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Location |
Engine-mounted |
| Clutch type |
Electric |
| Control |
Electric switch on dash |
| Standard tires: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Front turf |
16x6.5-8 |
16x6.5-8 |
16x6.5-8 |
16x6.5-8 |
16x6.5-8 |
| Rear turf |
24x12-12 |
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23x9.5-12 |
23x9.5-12 |
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| Rear HDAP |
--- |
24x12-12 |
--- |
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24x12-12 |
| Optional tires: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Rear turf |
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24x12-12 |
--- |
24x12-12 |
| Rear HDAP |
24x12-12 |
--- |
| Rear bar |
23x10.5-12 |
23x10.5-12 |
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23x10.5-12 |
| Inflation pressure: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Front |
14 psi (97 kPa) |
| Rear |
10 psi (69 kPa) |
| Materials: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Frame |
Welded heavy-duty 0.120 in. (3 mm) steel |
| Front axle |
Cast iron |
| Front spindles |
0.75 in. (19 mm) |
1 in. (25.4 mm) |
| Front spindle bushings |
Metal, replaceable |
| Front bumper/weight bracket |
Standard 0.15 in. (3.8 mm) steel front bumper |
| Front receiver hitch |
No |
| Rear hitch plate |
Standard, 0.25 in. (6.35 mm) steel, 0.75 in. (19 mm) hitch hole |
| Primer/paint |
E-coat/powder |
| Fender deck |
Stamped steel |
| Front wheels bearings |
.75 in. (19 mm) ball bearing |
Sealed ball type, 1 in. (25.4 mm) inside diameter |
| Styled front bumper |
Optional |
| Dimensions: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Wheelbase |
51.2 in. (1300 mm) |
| Overall length |
79 in. (200.7 cm) |
| Overall height |
48 in. (121.9 cm) |
| Overall width: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Tractor only |
41 in. (104.1 cm) |
45 in. (114.3 cm) |
41 in. (104.1 cm) |
| With 48-in. Mower deck: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Deflector up |
52-in. (1321 mm) |
| Deflector down |
58.5-in. (1486 mm) |
| With 54-in. Mower deck: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Deflector up |
57.5-in. (1460 mm) |
| Deflector down |
64.5-in. (1638 mm) |
| Net Weight (no fuel): |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Tractor only (full of fuel) |
656 lb. (298 kg) |
710 lb. (322 kg) |
752 lb. (341 kg) |
721 lb. (327 kg) |
| Tractor (full of fuel) and mower |
809 lb. (367 kg) |
843 lb. (382 kg) |
885 lb. (401 kg) |
905 lb. (411 kg) |
874 lb. (396 kg) |
| Mower Specifications: |
X500 w/48X |
X520 w/54X |
X534 w/48X AWS |
X534 w/54X AWS |
X540 w/54X |
| Mower Deck |
48-in. Edge Xtra |
54-in. Edge Xtra |
48-in. Edge Xtra |
54-in. Edge Xtra |
| Cutting width |
48-in. (122 cm) |
54-in. (137 cm) |
48-in. (122 cm) |
54-in. (137 cm) |
| Cutting height |
1 to 4-in. (25 to 102 mm) |
| Spindles/blades |
3 |
| Spindle drive |
V-belt |
| Blade orientation |
Staggered |
| Standard blades |
Medium lift |
| Optional blades |
Mulching |
| Deck thickness |
0.120-in. (3 mm)
11 gauge |
0.135-in. (3.4 mm)
10 gauge |
0.120-in. (3 mm)
11 gauge |
0.135-in. (3.4 mm) 10 gauge |
| Mower wheels |
4 |
| Rotateable wheels |
No |
Yes |
| Wheel adjustment |
Tools |
No-tools |
| Front rollers |
Standard |
| Mulching |
Optional |
| 7-Bu. Rear Bagger |
No |
| 7-bu. Power Flow |
Optional |
| 14-bu. Power Flow |
Optional |
| 19-bu. Power Flow |
Optional |
| Mower weight (est.) |
133 lb. (60 kg) |
153 lb. (69 kg) |
133 lb. (60 kg) |
153 lb. (69 kg) |
