John Deere 301A

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The John Deere 301A is an industrial tractor made from 1973 to 1981. It has a 2WD chassis with power steering, making it easy to drive. The tractor uses an 8-speed collar shift transmission with power shuttle, giving drivers good control over speed and direction.

Under the hood, the 301A has a John Deere diesel engine with three cylinders. The engine is naturally aspirated and liquid-cooled, producing 46 hp at 2500 rpm. This power output is average for tractors of its class. The engine's size is also average, with a displacement of 152.0 ci. The tractor weighs 4586 lb and has lawn/turf tires, suitable for various industrial tasks. It features a Category II/I hitch and an independent PTO running at 540 rpm, making it versatile for different attachments. The 301A has an open operator station, but buyers could add a canopy with a two-post ROPS for extra safety.
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Key Specifications

Category: Industrial

Power Output: 46 hp (34.3 kW)

Transmission: Collar shift, Power shuttle

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 4586 lb (2080 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 301A vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the John Deere 301A is Average. It is greater than 43% of similar Industrial tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Industrial tractors

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Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the John Deere 301A is Average. It is greater than 52% of similar Industrial tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Industrial tractors

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Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the John Deere 301A is Average. It is greater than 46% of similar Industrial tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Industrial tractors

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Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the John Deere 301A is Above Average. It is greater than 72% of similar Industrial tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Industrial tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
John Deere
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
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
46 hp (34.3 kW)

Transmission

Drivetrain