John Deere X580 Specs, Price & Review 2023

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John Deere X580 Specs: A lawn and garden tractor from the John Deere X-series is the John Deere X580. In 2016, the John Deere Horicon Works plant (Horicon, Wisconsin, USA) began producing the X580 garden tractor.

The Kawasaki FS730V vertical engine was utilized in the John Deere X580 lawn tractor. The Kawasaki FS730V is a compact, vertical-shaft, 726 ccs (44.3 cu-in) V-twin, air-cooled, 4-stroke internal combustion engine compression ratio 8.2:1 which generated 24 hp (17.9 kw) power at rated 3600 rpm.

john deere x580 specs

The Kanzaki K72A belt-driven hydrostatic gearbox (infinite forward and reverse), wet disc brakes, hydraulic rear differential lock, plus traction control are all included with the John Deere X580 tractor. Open operator station, independent PTO shaft, electric clutch, and 4.4 US gal (16.7 L)fuel tank capacity.

John Deere X580 Lawn & Garden Tractors Key facts

  • iTorqueTM Power System, 24 horsepower (17.9 kW)*
  • 54-in. Accelerate DeepTM Mower Deck (137 cm), compatible with MulchControlTM optional kit with one-touch technology
  • 21-in. The seat is cut and stitched
  • 500-hour bumper-to-bumper warranty, 4 years.

John Deere X580 – Lawn & Garden Tractors Price

John Deere X580 - Lawn & Garden

John Deere X580 Price: $9,999.00 USD

John Deere X580 Garden Tractor Key Features

24HP Kawasaki V-Twin Engine

  • The 24 HP Kawasaki V-Twin Engine is equipped with the unique Twin Touch foot-controlled hydro-transmission with cruise control.
  • able to go at 7.2 mph forward and 5.2 mph in reverse.
  • Full-pressure lubrication and an oil filter for cleaner oil, so prolonging the period between oil changes and the life of the engine.
  • 4.5-gallon fuel container

54″ Accel Deep™ Mower Deck

  • The 12-gauge steel construction of the 54″ three-spindle, 3-in-1 mower ensures a long lifespan.
  • The smooth underside of the single-piece, airflow-optimized deep-deck mower minimizes grass buildup and uniformly distributes grass clippings while lifting the grass for a clean, even cut.
  • The deck’s rolled outer edge offers additional strength and security.
  • Dual-stage E-coat and powder paint coats offer further rust defense.
  • has a mower wash port for quick deck cleaning

New, modern control panel and backlit instrument display

  • Fuel level, engine speed, PTO engagement, and diagnostic code readouts that have been updated
  • A new T-handle PTO switch design that provides more fluid functioning
  • Dedicated RIO switch and new cruise control button in the form of an automobile

Exact Adjust On-Board Deck Leveling

  • The mower deck can level side-to-side thanks to an onboard deck-leveling gauge.
  • Set the appropriate rake height (front-to-back deck orientation)
  • Adjust the cut-height adjustment knob setting to calibrate the cutting height.

Hydraulic Power Steering

  • The integrated hydrostatic transaxle (IHT) encloses the hydrostatic pump and motor rotating groups in the same housing with the differential and axle housing:
    • Very efficient piston-type design
    • Fewer sealing surfaces to minimize the potential for leakage

John Deere X580 Specs

Engine

Power 24 hp
17.9 kW
Displacement 44.3 cu in.
726 cc
Manufacturer/model FS730V
Type Overhead valve, full-pressure lube, oil filter
Cylinders V-twin, cast-iron liners
Governor Mechanical
Choke/speed control Separate levers, automatic choke return
Cooling method Air
Air cleaner Dry, replaceable with foam precleaner
Oil change No-tools oil drain with replaceable filter

Key Specs

Engine power 24 hp
17.9 kW
Oil change No-tools oil drain with replaceable filter
Engine manufacturer/model FS730V
Transaxle type K72 hydrostatic integrated with transaxle
Transaxle control Twin Touch™ pedals
Rear tires 24×12-12 HDAP
Lift system type Hydraulic
Cutting width Accel Deep™ mower deck, 54 in.
137 cm
U.S. warranty 4-year/500-hour bumper-to-bumper** (**Term limited to years or hours used, whichever comes first and varies by model. See the LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW JOHN DEERE TURF AND UTILITY EQUIPMENT at JohnDeere.com or JohnDeere.ca/TUWarranty for details.)

Fuel system

Type Gasoline
Fuel delivery Pulse pump and carburetor
Fuel gauge Gauge on dash
Fuel tank location Rear
Fuel fill opening On left fender, 3 in.
7.6 cm
Fuel tank capacity 4.4 U.S. gal.
16.7 L

Electrical system

Battery 12 V
500 CCA
Charging system Flywheel alternator, regulated, 15 amp
Engine starter Solenoid shift
Hourmeter Yes
Headlights Two standards, incandescent, 27 W
Taillights or reflector Reflectors
Backup lights No
Rear work lights No
12-V outlet Yes

Transaxle

Type K72 hydrostatic integrated with transaxle
Control Twin Touch™ pedals
Cruise control Yes, the button on the dash
Oil cooler Fins and fan on the transaxle
Oil filter Yes, replaceable
Differential lock Standard
Forward speed 0-7.2 mph
0-11.6 km/h
Reverse speed 0-5.2 mph
0-8.4 km/h
Brakes Internal wet disc

Chassis

Frame Welded heavy-duty
Primer/paint E-coat/powder
Weight bracket Standard front and rear – each holds up to four Quik-Tatch weights, 42 lb
19 kg
Receiver hitch No
Front axle Cast iron front axle, front wheel ball bearings
Spindle bushings Metal, replaceable
Front tires 16×6.5-8 turf
Rear tires 24×12-12 HDAP
Hood material Fully enclosed, molded-in color material reduces sound, will not rust or dent
Fender deck material Stamped steel
Floor mats Sure-grip rubber
Storage Yes, under-seat and covered toolbox
Service interval decal Yes
Fender handles/grips Handles
Cup holder Yes
Equipment mounting Yes, heavy-duty

Steering

Type Power, hydraulic
Four-wheel steer Not available on this model
Steering wheel 14 in.
35.6 cm
Tilt steering wheel No
Turning radius 22 in.
55.9 cm
Uncut circle radius 24 in.
61 cm

Seat

Type Cut-and-sewn high-back
Seat back height 21 in.
53 cm
Armrests Optional
Fore-aft adjustment While seated, slide rail, 15-position, 6.6 in.
17 cm
Seat suspension Tilt, two coil springs, three-position no-tools adjustment for operator weight

Lift system

Type Hydraulic
Hydraulic outlets No
Mower cut height 13 positions, 1-4 in.
2.5-10.2 cm
Cut height increments 0.25 in.
0.64 cm
Preset cut height Yes

Mower deck

Type Side discharge
Cutting width Accel Deep™ mower deck, 54 in.
137 cm
Construction Stamped steel deck shell
Mower deck material 10 gauge
0.135 in.
3.4 mm
Mower wash port Yes
Mower drive system Electric power take-off (PTO) clutch, in-line belt
Mower wheels Four
Mower wheel adjustment Seven-position, spring-loaded pin
Mower level adjustment Exact Adjust ports and onboard deck-leveling gauge

Mower attachability

Type Roll under tractor
Front draft arms Attached with spring pins at two points
Rear draft arms Quick-pull pins
Mower wheels rotate Yes, 90 degrees for easy mower removal
Drive system Dual belt

Safety

Meets ANSI standard Yes
Meets OPEI standard Yes
Backup protection Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
Safety video Yes

Buyer’s notes

Notes Heavy-duty garden tractor transaxle
Convenient power steering and hydraulic lift
Built-in front and rear weight bracket
Warranty 4-year/500-hour bumper-to-bumper** (**Term limited to years or hours used, whichever comes first and varies by model. See the LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW JOHN DEERE TURF AND UTILITY EQUIPMENT at JohnDeere.com or JohnDeere.ca/TUWarranty for details.)

Optional equipment

Mowers 54XA (standard)
Rear bagger 7, 14, 19 bu
247, 493, 670 L
Powered material collection Power Flow™ blower
Mulching system Yes, MulchControl™
Front thatcher 38, 46, 54 in.
96.5, 116.8, 137.2 cm
Front blade 48 in.
121.9 cm
Snowblower Two-stage, 47 in.
119.4 cm
Rotary tiller Mechanical, 30 in.
76.2 cm
Sleeve hitch Yes, implements include box scraper, rear blade, plow, disk, and cultivator
Plow, moldboard Yes
Box scraper Yes
Cultivator Yes
Rear blade Yes
Sprayer Tow-behind, 15, 25, 45 U.S. gal.
56.8, 94.6, 170.3 L
Mounted, 25 U.S. gal.
94.6 L
Spreader 125, 175 lb
57.7, 79.4 kg
Mounted, 125 lb
57.7 kg
Front bumper Standard front bumper/weight bracket
Brush guard Yes
Weather protection Weather enclosure
Sun canopy Yes
Bucket holder Yes, double bucket
Grass striping Lawn striping kit
Tractor shovel 40 in.
101.6 cm
Tow-behind tools 19

Dimensions

Height 45 in.
114.3 cm
Overall length 79 in.
201 cm
Wheelbase 51.2 in.
130 cm
Width with mower 68.4 in.
174 cm
Width with mower (deflector raised for storage) 59.4 in.
151 cm
Width without mower 41 in.
104.1 cm
Weight Mower, no fuel: 787 lb
357 kg

The following attachments are available for The John Deere X580 garden tractor

  • 1,220 mm (48 in) mid-mount John Deere 48 (Accel Deep) mower deck with three blades and hydraulic lift.
  • 1,370 mm (54 in) mid-mount John Deere 54 (Accel Deep) mower deck with three blades and a manual lift.

John Deere X580 Reviews

John Deere X580 – FAQs

FAQ

Does John Deere X580 have power steering?

The 24 HP engine on the John Deere X580 – 48′′ Deck runs smoothly, and the optional MulchControlTM Kit makes mulching simple. For ease of use, this lawn tractor incorporates power steering and a hydraulic lift.

How much does a John Deere X580 weigh?

John Deere X580

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase: 51.2 inches 130 cm in. 130 cm
Weight: 636 lbs 288 kg
Front tire: 16×6.5-8
Rear tire: 24×12-12