Engine

The engine is a John Deere 3029D diesel 3-cylinder liquid-cooled with a displacement of 179ci / 2.9L and a bore/stroke of 4.19x4.33inches / 106x 110mm. It has a power output of 42hp / 31.3kW and a compression ratio of 17.8:1. The engine is rated at 2100 rpm and has a firing order of 1-2-3. The starter is 12 volts with a power output of 3.4hp / 2.5kW.


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Transmission

The transmission is an 8-speed collar shift gear with four gears (1-4), plus reverse (R), in two ranges (A/B). The tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gear or range. The transmission is powered by a 42hp / 31.3kW engine with a claimed PTO output of 36hp / 26.8kW.

Brakes

The brakes are wet disc. The tractor is equipped with John Deere 3029D diesel 3-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a displacement of 179ci / 2.9L and a power output of 42hp / 31.3kW. The engine has a compression ratio of 17.8:1 and is rated at 2100 rpm. The brakes are designed to provide reliable stopping power in all conditions. The bore/stroke of the engine is 4.19x4.33inches / 106x 110mm.



Steering

The steering is power-assisted and is equipped with a John Deere 2.9L 3-cylinder diesel engine. The fuel tank has a capacity of 11.9gal / 45.0L. The steering is designed to provide precise control and maneuverability in all conditions. The power-assisted steering makes it easy to turn the tractor, even when carrying heavy loads.


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Common Problems

Users have reported issues with the chassis, which is a 4x2 2WD. Some users have also reported problems with the power steering system. The wet disc brakes have been known to wear out quickly with heavy use. The open operator station cab can be uncomfortable in extreme weather conditions. Some users have reported difficulty shifting gears with the 8-speed collar shift gear transmission.

What Users Like

Users appreciate the 6.0x16 front and 12.4x28/13.6x28 rear agricultural tires, which provide excellent traction in all conditions. The tractor is also equipped with a powerful 42hp / 31.3kW engine, which provides plenty of power for heavy-duty tasks. The power-assisted steering system makes it easy to maneuver the tractor, even when carrying heavy loads. Users also appreciate the collar shift gear type hydraulics, which provide smooth and easy shifting between gears.

Techincal Specifications

Power

Engine42hp / 31.3kW
Pto (claimed)36hp / 26.8kW

Engine Detail

DescriptionJohn Deere 3029D diesel 3-cylinder liquid-cooled
Displacement179ci / 2.9L
Bore/stroke4.19x4.33inches / 106x 110mm
Power42hp / 31.3kW
Compression17.8:1
Rated Rpm2100
Firing Order1-2-3
Starter Volts12
Starter Power3.4hp / 2.5kW

Engine

DescriptionJohn Deere 2.9L 3-cyl diesel
Fuel Tank11.9gal / 45.0L

Transmission

Typecollar shift gear
Gears8 forward and 2 reverse
DescriptionFour gears (1-4), plus reverse (R), in two ranges (A/B). Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gear or range

Mechanical

Chassis4x2 2WD
Steeringpower
Brakeswet disc
CabOpen operator station
Transmission8-speed collar shift gear

Tires

Ag Front6.0x16
Ag Rear12.4x28/13.6x28

Dimensions

Wheelbase73.6inches / 186cm
Length115.2inches / 292cm
Width68.5inches / 173cm
Weight3814lbs / 1730kg
Ground Clearance14.8inches / 37cm

Dimensions And Tires

Wheelbase73.6inches / 186cm
Weight3814lbs / 1730kg
Front Tire6.0x16
Rear Tire12.4x28

Hydraulics

Typeopen center
Pump Flow5.3gpm / 20.1lpm
Steering Flow4.7gpm / 17.8lpm

Tractor Hitch

Rear TypeII
Rear Lift (at Ends)2205lbs / 1000kg

Electrical

Groundnegative
Charging Systemalternator
Charging Amps40
Battery Volts12
Battery Ah88

Speeds

DescriptionWith 13.6x28 rear tires

Power Take Off Pto

Rear Ptoindependent
Rear Rpm540 (1.375)
Engine Rpm540@1575