Big Bud KT-525 Series 2
Built: 1977–1978 · Series: KT
More machines from model year 1977
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Technical data
Engine
| Power | 525 hpcorrect |
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| Power | 525 hpcorrect |
| Rated speed | 2,100 rpmcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Unladen weight | 26,110 kgcorrect |
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Drivetrain and chassis
| Forward gears | 12correct |
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| Reverse gears | 2correct |
| Top speed | 21.4 km/hcorrect |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 14.8 kW/t (386 kW / 26.1 t)
Power class: Heavy (> 180 hp)
Stronger than 100% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,663 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Big Bud KT-525 Series 2 have?
The Big Bud KT-525 Series 2 delivers 525 hp.
How much does the Big Bud KT-525 Series 2 weigh?
The unladen weight is 26,110 kg.
How fast does the Big Bud KT-525 Series 2 go?
Top speed is 21.4 km/h.
When was the Big Bud KT-525 Series 2 built?
Production years: 1977–1978.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.
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Sources: Wikibooks Traktorenlexikon (CC BY-SA 4.0) (retrieved August 2026) · How we check the data
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