John Deere 1020 VU

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The John Deere 1020 VU is a compact tractor designed for orchards and vineyards. It's a 2-wheel drive model with a gear transmission that has 8 forward and 4 reverse speeds. This tractor is built to work in tight spaces between rows of trees or vines.

Under the hood, the 1020 VU has a small 3-cylinder diesel engine. It's naturally aspirated and liquid-cooled, which helps keep it running smoothly. The engine puts out 44 horsepower, which is on the lower end compared to other tractors. It has an electric starter for easy ignition. The tractor weighs 3,770 pounds, making it lighter than many other farm tractors. This lighter weight helps it move easily in orchards without damaging the soil.

The John Deere 1020 VU is compact, measuring 122 inches long and 38.6 inches wide. It has special agricultural tires, with smaller ones in front and larger ones in back. These tires are designed to work well on farm land. The tractor also has an oil bath air cleaner to keep the engine running clean in dusty conditions. John Deere is known for making reliable farm equipment, and this tractor is built to help farmers work efficiently in their orchards and vineyards.
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Key Specifications

Category: Orchard/Vineyard

Power Output: 44 hp (32.8 kW)

Transmission: Gear

Operating Weight: 3770 lb (1710 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 1020 VU vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the John Deere 1020 VU is Below Average. It is greater than 15% of similar Orchard/Vineyard tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Orchard/Vineyard tractors

(across 0.3K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the John Deere 1020 VU is Below Average. It is greater than 12% of similar Orchard/Vineyard tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Orchard/Vineyard tractors

(across 0.3K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the John Deere 1020 VU is Below Average. It is greater than 13% of similar Orchard/Vineyard tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Orchard/Vineyard tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the John Deere 1020 VU is Above Average. It is greater than 83% of similar Orchard/Vineyard tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Orchard/Vineyard tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Technical Specifications

Engine

Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Naturally aspirated
Cylinders
3
Displacement
152 ci (2.5 L)
Bore
3.86 in (98.0 mm)
Stroke
4.33 in (110.0 mm)
Rated RPM
2500
Power Output
44 hp (32.8 kW)

Transmission

Type
Gear
Forward Gears
8
Reverse Gears
4