John Deere 401B

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The John Deere 401B is a robust industrial tractor designed predominantly for various utility jobs. Manufactured between 1974 and 1982 in Dubuque, Iowa, USA, it offers operators the choice between a diesel and gasoline engine, both four-cylinder units with a displacement of 3.6 L (219 cu in). It has a power output of 66 hp for the diesel engine and 42 hp for the gasoline engine, with rated RPMs at 2500. Built with a 4x2 2WD chassis and equipped with power steering for ease of maneuvering, the 401B operates with an 8-forward and 4-reverse gear power shuttle transmission, ensuring adequate handling and responsiveness. The machine features a strong hydraulic wet disc braking system and power steering, facilitating operation efficiency and safety. The operator station is open or can be equipped with ROPS, depending on requirements. With a fuel tank capacity of 73.8 liters, it is capable of extended operation hours without frequent refueling.
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Key Specifications

Category: Industrial

Power Output: 66 (Diesel) and 42 (Gasoline)

Transmission: Power shuttle with hydraulic wet disc clutch

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 4451

Fuel Type: Diesel and Gasoline

John Deere 401B vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Excellent
Greater than 94% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Average
Greater than 58% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
John Deere
Model
-
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel and Gasoline
Induction Type
Naturally aspirated
Cylinders
4
Displacement (ci)
219
Bore (in)
4.02
Stroke (in)
4.33
Rated RPM
2500
Power Output (hp)
66 (Diesel) and 42 (Gasoline)

Transmission

Type
Power shuttle with hydraulic wet disc clutch
Forward Gears
8
Reverse Gears
4
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
190.9
Width (in)
74.8
Height (in)
85.8
Operating Weight (lb)
4451

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type
Optional
PTO Speed 1 (rpm)
540
PTO Speed 2 (rpm)
-
PTO Speed 3 (rpm)
-

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
12
Front Tire Diameter (in)
-
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
-
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
Industrial
Manufacture - End Year
1982
Hitch Type
-
Hitch Category
Optional
Hitch Position
-
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
Open operator station or ROPS
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
Hydraulic wet disc
Hydraulic System Type
Closed center