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Big Bud 525/50
The Big Bud 525/50 is a powerful utility tractor built for heavy-duty work. It has a strong 4x4 articulated frame and four-wheel drive, making it great for tough jobs. The tractor is powered by a big Cummins diesel engine with 6 cylinders and 525 horsepower. This engine is very powerful compared to most other tractors. The Big Bud 525/50 is a large machine, measuring over 22 feet long and 13 feet tall. It weighs 52,000 pounds, which is very heavy for a tractor. The tractor has big 30.5-inch tires on both the front and back. It uses a power shift transmission and has articulated power steering for easy control. The hydraulic system is closed center type, which helps with efficiency. This tractor can handle a maximum weight of 60,000 pounds, making it suitable for the biggest farming tasks.
ManufacturerBig BudPower525 hp(391.5 kW)Class300+ HP tractors →Engine6-cylinderTransmissionPower Shift
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Key specifications
- Category
- Utility
- Engine power
- 525hp
- Operating weight
- 52,000 lb
- Transmission
- Power Shift
Category comparison
525/50 compared with its category
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Utility tractors
525 hp · 99th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
525
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The 525/50 ranks at the 99th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Big Bud 525/50
The Big Bud 525/50 is a powerful utility tractor built for heavy-duty work. It has a strong 4x4 articulated frame and four-wheel drive, making it great for tough jobs. The tractor is powered by a big Cummins diesel engine with 6 cylinders and 525 horsepower. This engine is very powerful compared to most other tractors. The Big Bud 525/50 is a large machine, measuring over 22 feet long and 13 feet tall. It weighs 52,000 pounds, which is very heavy for a tractor. The tractor has big 30.5-inch tires on both the front and back. It uses a power shift transmission and has articulated power steering for easy control. The hydraulic system is closed center type, which helps with efficiency. This tractor can handle a maximum weight of 60,000 pounds, making it suitable for the biggest farming tasks.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Big Bud |
|---|---|
| Model | 525/50 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x4 articulated 4WD |
| Operating weight | 52,000lb(23,590 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Cummins |
|---|---|
| Model | KTA-1150-C |
| Power | 525hp(391.5 kW) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 1,150ci(18.85 L) |
| Bore | 6.25in(158.8 mm) |
| Stroke | 6.25in(158.8 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Power Shift |
|---|
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 articulated 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Articulated Power |
Hydraulics
| Type | Closed Center |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 267.6in(6,797 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 120in(3,048 mm) |
| Height | 156in(3,962 mm) |
| Operating weight | 52,000lb(23,590 kg) |
Tires
| Front | 30.5 |
|---|---|
| Rear | 30.5 |
Closest alternatives
525/50 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
Among utility tractors, the Big Bud 525/20 and the Big Bud KT525 are closest to the Big Bud 525/50 in rated horsepower. The Big Bud 525/20 matches it on rated power. The Big Bud KT525 matches it on rated power and weighs 9,000 lb less, carrying 82 lb per horsepower against 99 lb.
| Spec | Big Bud 525/50 | Big Bud 525/20 | Big Bud KT525 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 525 hp391.5 kW | 525 hp391.5 kW | 525 hp391.5 kW |
| Operating weight | 52,000 lb23,587 kg | - | 43,000 lb19,504 kg |
| Weight per hp | 99 lb/hp60 kg/kW | - | 82 lb/hp50 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 1,150 ci18.85 L | 1,150 ci18.85 L | 1,150 ci18.85 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission | Power Shift | Gear | Manual |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) |
Calculators
Calculators for the 525/50
PTO power
About 436 to 473 PTO hp
Estimated from the 525 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 525 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 62.5 ft rotary cutter or a 53.5 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
115 lb per PTO hp as listed
The calculator gives the target weight and front/rear split for each job.
Units
525 hp is 391.5 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
525/50 vs. Utility median
Big Bud 525/50 compared with other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 525 hp | 55 hp | +855% | 99th |
| Engine Displacement | 1,150 ci | 183 ci | +528% | 99th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 4 | +50% | 93rd |
| Operating Weight | 52,000 lb | 5,303 lb | +881% | 99th |
| Length | 268 in | 137 in | +96% | 98th |
| Width | 120 in | 66 in | +82% | 99th |
| Height | 156 in | 94.1 in | +66% | 99th |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the utility tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 3,933–5,720 models).
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Big Bud 525/50 have?
The Big Bud 525/50 produces 525 hp from its 6-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 1,150 ci.
What transmission is in the Big Bud 525/50?
Transmission on the Big Bud 525/50 is Power Shift.
What type of hydraulic system does the Big Bud 525/50 use?
Hydraulics on the Big Bud 525/50 are Closed Center.
What size tires does the Big Bud 525/50 use?
The Big Bud 525/50 is fitted with 30.5 front tires and 30.5 rear tires from the factory.
How much does the Big Bud 525/50 weigh?
The Big Bud 525/50 weighs about 52,000 lb in operating condition.
What maintenance does the Big Bud 525/50 require?
The Big Bud 525/50 needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.