Specs

x540

 
MODEL
 
X540/54X (2010)
Engine

Power 26 hp (19.4 kW)*


*Engine hp is provided by engine mfr. for comparison purposes. Actual operating hp will be less. ---

Displacement 41.2 cu in. (675 cc)

Manufacturer Kawasaki

Cylinders V-twin, cast-iron liners

Type Overhead valve (OHV), oil filter

Battery 500 cold-crank amps

Choke/Speed Control Separate levers

Cooling Method Liquid

Fuel Tank Capacity, U.S. gallon 5

Fuel Gauge Yes
Transmission

Type Automatic with differential lock

Control Twin Touch pedals

Cruise Control Lever on dash

Forward Speed, mph (km/h) 0 to 7.2 (0 to 11.6)

Reverse Speed, mph (km/h) 0 to 5.2 (0 to 8.4)
Chassis

Frame Fully welded

Primer/Paint E-coat/powder

Weight Bracket Standard front and rear

Front Tires 16x6.5-8 turf

Rear Tires 24x12-12 heavy duty all purpose

Front Axle Cast iron

Hood Material Xenoy

Hourmeter Yes

12 Volt Outlet Yes

Service Interval Decal Yes

Covered Toolbox Yes

Tool Tray Yes, under seat

Fender Handles Yes

Cup Holder Yes
Steering

Type Power, two-wheel steer

Tilt Steering Wheel Yes, five position

Turning Radius, in. (mm) 22 (559)

Uncut Circle Radius 24 in. (54X Mower)

Spindle Bushings Metal, replaceable
Seat

Seat Back Height 16-in. open-back design with handle

Fore-aft Adjustment 7 in. while seated

Seat Suspension Coil springs, three-position no-tools adjustment for operator weight
Lift System

Type Hydraulic

Mower Cut Height 1 in. to 4 in., 13 position

Cut Height Increments 0.25 in.

Preset Cut Height Yes
Mower Deck

Type Side discharge

Mower Deck Material 0.135 in. (3.4 mm)

Mower Wheel Adjustment Seven-position, spring-loaded pin

Mower Level Adjustment At mower lift links

Mower Drive System In-line belt
Mower Attachability

Front Draft Arms Attached with spring pins at two points

Rear Draft Arms Quick-pull pins

Belt Tension Spring with release lever

Mower Wheels Rotate Yes, 90 degrees for easy mower removal
Safety

Meets ANSI Standard Yes

Backup Protection RIO

Safety Video Yes
Dimensions

Wheelbase 51.2 in. (1300 mm)

Overall Length 79 in. (200.7 cm)

Width without mower 41 in. (104.1 cm)

Width with mower 64.5-in. (1638 mm)

Width with mower (deflector raised for storage) 57.5-in. (1460 mm)

Height 48 in. (121.9 cm)

Weight 874 lb (396 kg) with fuel and mower
Buyer's Notes

Note 1 Heavy-duty garden tractor transaxle

Note 2 Steering spindle bushings for long life

Note 3 Built-in front and rear weight bracket

U.S. Warranty 4 year/500 hour
Optional Attachments

Mowers 54X (standard)

Material Collection System 7-, 14-, 19-bu Power Flow

Mulching System Yes

Front Thatcher 38 in., 46 in., 54 in.

Front Blade 48 in.

Tractor Shovel 40 in.

Snow Blower 47 in.

Rotary Tiller 30-in. mechanical, 42-in. hydraulic

Front Bumper Standard equipment

Brush Guard Yes

Bucket Holder Yes, single and double

Weather Enclosure Yes

Sleeve Hitch Yes, implements include box scraper, rear blade, plow, disk, and cultivator

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MODEL
 
X540/54X (2011)
Engine

Power 26 hp (19.4 kW)*


*Engine hp is provided by engine mfr. for comparison purposes. Actual operating hp will be less. ---

Displacement 41.2 cu in. (675 cc)

Manufacturer Kawasaki

Cylinders V-twin, cast-iron liners

Type Overhead valve (OHV), oil filter

Battery 500 cold-crank amps

Choke/Speed Control Separate levers

Cooling Method Liquid

Fuel Tank Capacity, U.S. gallon 4.5

Fuel Gauge Yes
Transmission

Type Automatic with differential lock

Control Twin Touch pedals

Cruise Control Lever on dash

Forward Speed, mph (km/h) 0 to 7.2 (0 to 11.6)

Reverse Speed, mph (km/h) 0 to 5.2 (0 to 8.4)
Chassis

Frame Fully welded

Primer/Paint E-coat/powder

Weight Bracket Standard front and rear

Front Tires 16x6.5-8 turf

Rear Tires 24x12-12 heavy duty all purpose

Front Axle Cast iron

Hood Material Xenoy

Hourmeter Yes

12 Volt Outlet Yes

Service Interval Decal Yes

Covered Toolbox Yes

Tool Tray Yes, under seat

Fender Handles Yes

Cup Holder Yes
Steering

Type Power, two-wheel steer

Tilt Steering Wheel Yes, five position

Turning Radius, in. (mm) 22 (559)

Uncut Circle Radius 24 in. (54X Mower)

Spindle Bushings Metal, replaceable
Seat

Seat Back Height 21-in. open-back

Fore-aft Adjustment 7 in. while seated

Seat Suspension Coil springs, three-position no-tools adjustment for operator weight
Lift System

Type Hydraulic

Mower Cut Height 1 in. to 4 in., 13 position

Cut Height Increments 0.25 in.

Preset Cut Height Yes
Mower Deck

Type Side discharge

Mower Deck Material 0.135 in. (3.4 mm)

Mower Wheel Adjustment Seven-position, spring-loaded pin

Mower Level Adjustment Exact Adjust ports and onboard deck-leveling gauge

Mower Drive System In-line belt
Mower Attachability

Front Draft Arms Attached with spring pins at two points

Rear Draft Arms Quick-pull pins

Belt Tension Spring with release lever

Mower Wheels Rotate Yes, 90 degrees for easy mower removal
Safety

Meets ANSI Standard Yes

Backup Protection RIO

Safety Video Yes
Dimensions

Wheelbase 51.2 in. (1300 mm)

Overall Length 78 in. (198 cm)

Width without mower 41 in. (104.1 cm)

Width with mower 64.5-in. (1638 mm)

Width with mower (deflector raised for storage) 57.5-in. (1460 mm)

Height 48 in. (121.9 cm)

Weight 840 lb (381 kg) with mower, no fuel
Buyer's Notes

Note 1 Heavy-duty garden tractor transaxle

Note 2 Steering spindle bushings for long life

Note 3 Built-in front and rear weight bracket

U.S. Warranty 4 year/500 hour
Optional Attachments

Mowers 54X (standard)

Material Collection System 7-, 14-, 19-bu Power Flow

Mulching System Yes

Front Thatcher 38 in., 46 in., 54 in.

Front Blade 48 in.

Tractor Shovel 40 in.

Snow Blower 47 in.

Rotary Tiller 30-in. mechanical, 42-in. hydraulic

Front Bumper Standard equipment

Brush Guard Yes

Bucket Holder Yes, single and double

Weather Enclosure Yes

Sleeve Hitch Yes, implements include box scraper, rear blade, plow, disk, and cultivator

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