Comparing Fordson Super Major vs John Deere 420

This page provides a detailed comparison of the specifications for the Fordson Super Major and the John Deere 420.

Fordson Super Major John Deere 420
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Engine
Engine Manufacturer Ford John Deere
Engine Cooling Type Liquid-cooled Liquid-cooled
Engine Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Engine Induction Type Naturally aspirated Naturally aspirated
Engine Cylinders 4 2
Engine Displacement Value 220 ci (3.6 L) 113 ci (1.9 L)
Engine Rated Rpm 1700 1850
Engine Power Output Value 54 hp (40.3 kW) -
Transmission
Transmission Type Sliding gear Unsynchronized gear
Transmission Forward Gears 6 5
Transmission Reverse Gears 2 1
Dimensions
Length Value 130.3 114.75
Width Value 65 55.5
Operating Weight Value 5330 lb (2418 kg) 3250 lb (1474 kg)
Miscellaneous
Chassis 4x2 2WD 4x2 2WD
Drive Type 2WD 2WD
Front Tire Type - -
Rear Tire Type - -
Hitch Type Three-Point Hitch -
Hitch Category II/I I
Hitch Position - Rear
Hydraulic System Type Open center -
Operator Station Type Open Open operator station
Starter Type Electric Electric