John Deere 9520

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The John Deere 9520 is part of the 9020 series and was manufactured in Waterloo, Iowa, USA from 2002 to 2007. This tractor is equipped with a 12.5-liter six-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine and a full power shift transmission with 18 forward and 6 reverse gears. Sporting a CommandView cab with air-conditioning, it provides comfort and efficiency for long working hours. The 9520 model is known for its hydrostatic articulated steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and a substantial fuel capacity of 270 US gallons, supporting prolonged operation without frequent refueling.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility, Four-Wheel Drive

Power Output: 450

Transmission: Full power shift

Drive Type: 4WD

Operating Weight: 38316

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 9520 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Excellent

Greater than 97% of similar tractors.

Hitch Capacity

Above Average

Greater than 88% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Above Average

Greater than 74% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: John Deere
Model: -
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: Inline
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Turbocharged
Cylinders: 6
Displacement (ci): 765
Bore (in): 5
Stroke (in): 6.14
Rated RPM: 2100
Power Output (hp): 450

Transmission

Type: Full power shift
Forward Gears: 18
Reverse Gears: 6
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 273.6
Width (in): 115.4
Height (in): 137.4
Operating Weight (lb): 38316

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type: Independent
PTO Speed 1 (rpm): 1000
PTO Speed 2 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 3 (rpm): -

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x4 articulated 4WD
Drive Type: 4WD
Steering Type: Hydrostatic articulated
Coolant Capacity (qts): 64
Front Tire Diameter (in): 38 (from size 800/70R38)
Front Tire Width (in): Unknown (based on tire code, width is a percentage of height, but specific calculation requires profile aspect ratio which is not provided)
Rear Tire Diameter (in): 38 (from size 800/70R38)
Rear Tire Width (in): Unknown (same as Front Tire Width note)
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): 38 (from tire code 800/70R38)
Tire Type: Ag (Agricultural)
Manufacture - End Year: 2007
Hitch Type: -
Hitch Category: III/IV/IVN
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): 13870
Operator Station Type: CommandView cab with air-conditioning
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: Hydraulic wet disc
Hydraulic System Type: Closed center pressure/flow compensated

Test Results

Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory - Test Date: March 28 to May 31, 2002

Maximum Power and Fuel Consumption

Maximum Power at Rated Engine Speed: 333.27 HP (248.52 kW) at 2100 rpm
Fuel Consumption at Rated Engine Speed: 19.40 Gal/hr (73.46 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.410 lb/hp.hr (0.249 kg/kW.h)
DEF Consumption: Not applicable

Drawbar Performance

Maximum Power in 7th Gear: 350.08 HP (261.05 kW) with a drawbar pull of 28230 lbs (125.57 kN) and a speed of 4.65 mph (7.48 km/h) at 3.32% slip
Fuel Consumption: 0.421 lb/hp.hr (0.256 kg/kW.h) with a fuel efficiency of 16.74 Hp.hr/gal (3.30 kW.h/l)

Torque and Engine Performance

Maximum Torque: 1231 lb.-ft. (1670 Nm) at 1150 rpm
Torque Rise: 47.7%

Hydraulic Performance

Maximum Force Exerted through Hitch: 14,382 lbs (64.0 kN) at hitch points
Pump Delivery Rate: 50.1 GPM (189.6 l/min) at rated engine speed
Hydraulic Power: 58.3 HP (43.5 kW) at a delivery pressure of 2150 psi (148 bar)

Overall Efficiency

Fuel Efficiency at Standard PTO Speed (1000 rpm): 18.54 Hp.hr/gal (3.65 kW.h/l)
Fuel Consumption: 19.37 Gal/hr (73.31 l/h) at 1896 rpm

NTTL.(2002). Test 1805: John Deere 9520 18 Speed. Lincoln, NE: Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tractormuseumlit/175