Brand siblingLawn and GardenPerformance profile
Toro 520
The Toro 520 is a compact lawn and garden tractor made from 1990 to 1997. It's perfect for homeowners with medium to large yards. This 2-wheel drive tractor has a hydrostatic transmission, which means it's easy to control and can go forward and backward smoothly. The Toro 520 is powered by an Onan P220G engine. This air-cooled, 2-cylinder gasoline engine is quite powerful for its size, with 20 horsepower. It has a very high engine displacement for its class, which means it can handle tough jobs well. The tractor is 65 inches long, 37.8 inches wide, and 45.3 inches tall. It weighs 646 pounds, which is about average for tractors in its group. The tractor has lawn/turf tires, making it gentle on grass. It also has an independent PTO with a mechanical clutch, which is useful for running attachments.
ManufacturerToroPower20 hpEngine2-cylTransHydrostatic
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Quick specs
- Category
- Lawn and Garden
- Engine Power Output
- 20hp
- Operating Weight
- 646 lb
- Transmission
- Hydrostatic
At a glance
How the 520 compares
vs. Lawn and Garden medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Lawn and Garden tractors
20 hp · 60th
This model
4
Median 18 hp
28
This modelLawn and Garden tractorsMediann = 380
The 520 ranks at the 60th percentile for engine power among recorded lawn and garden tractors.
Overview
About the Toro 520
The Toro 520 is a compact lawn and garden tractor made from 1990 to 1997. It's perfect for homeowners with medium to large yards. This 2-wheel drive tractor has a hydrostatic transmission, which means it's easy to control and can go forward and backward smoothly. The Toro 520 is powered by an Onan P220G engine. This air-cooled, 2-cylinder gasoline engine is quite powerful for its size, with 20 horsepower. It has a very high engine displacement for its class, which means it can handle tough jobs well. The tractor is 65 inches long, 37.8 inches wide, and 45.3 inches tall. It weighs 646 pounds, which is about average for tractors in its group. The tractor has lawn/turf tires, making it gentle on grass. It also has an independent PTO with a mechanical clutch, which is useful for running attachments.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Toro |
|---|---|
| Model | 520 |
| Category | Lawn and Garden tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1990–1997 |
| Operating weight | 646lb |
Engine
| Make | Onan |
|---|---|
| Model | P220G |
| Power | 20hp |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Displacement | 47.7ci |
| Bore | 3.27in |
| Stroke | 2.87in |
Transmission
| Type | Hydrostatic |
|---|
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual |
| Brakes | Mechanical band |
| Cab | Open |
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | Independent with mechanical clutch |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 65in |
|---|---|
| Width | 37.8in |
| Height | 45.3in |
| Operating weight | 646lb |
Head to head
520 vs. Lawn and Garden median
How the Toro 520 compares to other Lawn and Garden tractors
| Spec | This model | Lawn and Garden median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 20 hp | 18 hp | +11% | 60th |
| Engine Displacement | 47.7 ci | 41.1 ci | +16% | 73rd |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 646 lb | 738 lb | -12% | 42nd |
| Length | 65 in | 71.7 in | -9% | 13th |
| Width | 37.8 in | 43.3 in | -13% | 32nd |
| Height | 45.3 in | 42.9 in | +6% | 66th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the lawn and garden tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 269–380 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Toro tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toro LX425 | 20 hp | 498 lb | 2007–2009 | Compare → |
| Toro LX426 | 20 hp | 498 lb | — | Compare → |
| Toro LX460 | 20 hp | 500 lb | 2006–2007 | Compare → |
| Toro LX420 | 18 hp | 498 lb | 2006–2007 | Compare → |
| Toro LX500 | 23 hp | 525 lb | 2006–2007 | Compare → |
Commonly compared tractors with similar horsepower from other brands
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ag King AK2040 | 20 hp | 2,470 lb | — | Compare → |
| Ariens GT20 | 20 hp | 959 lb | 1988–1995 | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers 620 | 19.5 hp | 1,499 lb | 1973–1975 | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers 720 | 19.5 hp | 1,299 lb | 1975–1983 | Compare → |
| Bolens HT20 | 19.5 hp | 1,091 lb | 1973–1978 | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
What years was the Toro 520 manufactured?
Production of the Toro 520 ran from 1990 through 1997.
What type of transmission does the Toro 520 have?
The Toro 520 uses a Hydrostatic transmission.
How powerful is the Toro 520?
The Toro 520 has an engine power output of 20 hp. It is powered by a 2-cylinder engine displacing 47.7 ci.
What is the working weight of the Toro 520?
The operating weight of the Toro 520 is approximately 646 lb.
What routine service does the Toro 520 need?
Regular maintenance for the Toro 520 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.