Piaggio The powerplant found in John Deere's new Gator RSX850i is sourced from Italian scooter and powersports giant Piaggio.

By comparison, the RSX 850i tops out at a rated 53 mph.

All models come equipped with an 839 cc, V-twin, liquid cooled, four-cycle, gasoline motorcycle engine that produces 62 hp and a top speed of 53 mph. The engine also delivers 0-30 mph acceleration in three seconds.

60 mph Gator RSX models tend to emphasize the fun side of utility vehicles at higher speeds, with better performance capabilities. These high-performance John Deere Gator models are designed to cover more ground in less time with ultra-responsive steering and multi-link suspension. These models have a maximum speed of 60 mph.

The John Deere X300 series lawn tractors have Kawasaki engines, the premium engine over what's available in the E series. These tractors also have upgraded steering components, improved tread pattern, as well as higher durability front and rear tires.

Horicon, Wisconsin The majority of John Deere gators are manufactured in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA, within a new 388,000- square-foot facility.

High-Performance Series: RSX860 The fastest Gators in Deere's lineup, the RSX Models can reach top speeds of 60 mph.

Gator RSX 850i John Deere has launched a new, muscled Gator line that is designed to handle rough terrain while providing all-day riding comfort. The new Gator RSX 850i line offers more speed (53 mph), power and agility than any other Gator model, which have been produced since 1987.

John Deere 835R Series If you are after the top of the line, with all the options, look no further than the 835R Gator™. This model still has all the power and basic features of the other 835 models but includes more accessories that come standard. The 835R Gators™ come standard with: LED Headlights.

Some of the Gator models within the John Deere Full-Size UTV lineup include the XUV835E, XUV835R, XUV855M S4, and XUV865R Diesel.

When reviewing engines, you should know that John Deere does have branded engines, but they do not manufacture their own. Depending on the model, you will find engines manufactured by quality brands like Kawasaki and Briggs & Stratton. The 100 Series provides comfortable, easy-to-learn, easy-to-own mowing.

Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. It is regarded as the predecessor of the Kawasaki V-Twin. The production of general purpose engines at the Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp., Maryville, Missouri plant in the United States (KMM Maryville) started in June 1989.