John Deere 20C

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The John Deere 20C is a compact utility tractor designed for various farm and landscaping tasks. It's powered by a Yanmar 3TNV70 diesel engine with 3 cylinders and 18.5 horsepower. This engine is liquid-cooled and runs at a very high 2800 RPM, making it responsive and efficient for its size.

The 20C features a mechanical shuttle transmission with 8 forward and 8 reverse gears, giving operators plenty of options for different jobs. It has power steering for easy maneuvering and an electric starter for quick and reliable starts. At 96.7 inches long, 40.6 inches wide, and 54.7 inches tall, this tractor is compact enough to work in tight spaces. Its operating weight of 1962 pounds is below average for its class, making it lighter and more fuel-efficient than many competitors. While the engine displacement is small for its category, the high RPM helps it deliver solid performance for its size.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 18 hp (13.8 kW)

Transmission: Mechanical shuttle

Operating Weight: 1962 lb (890 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 20C vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the John Deere 20C is Poor. It is greater than 7% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

(across 4.7K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the John Deere 20C is Below Average. It is greater than 13% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the John Deere 20C is Poor. It is greater than 3% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the John Deere 20C is Excellent. It is greater than 95% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Yanmar
Model
3TNV70
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Fuel Type
Diesel
Cylinders
3
Displacement
52 ci (0.9 L)
Bore
2.76 in (70.1 mm)
Stroke
2.91 in (73.9 mm)
Rated RPM
2800
Power Output
18 hp (13.8 kW)

Transmission

Type
Mechanical shuttle
Forward Gears
8
Reverse Gears
8