John Deere 4300

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The John Deere 4300 is a versatile compact utility tractor that was part of John Deere's 4000 Compact series. Manufactured in Augusta, Georgia, USA, between 1998 and 2003, it offers a choice of two-wheel drive or mechanical front wheel drive (MFWD) configurations. At the heart of this tractor lies a reliable Yanmar 3TNE84 three-cylinder diesel engine with a displacement of 1.5 liters and a power output of 32.2 horsepower. It has several transmission choices, including a 9/3 SyncShift, a 12/12 SyncReverser, and an infinite-range hydrostatic transmission to meet various operational needs. The 4300 model comes with power steering, a differential wet disc braking system, and a two-post Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS) for safety. Additionally, it offers a three-point hitch with a rear lift capacity of 2,198 pounds for attachments.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 32.2

Transmission: Multiple transmission options: partially synchronized or hydrostatic

Operating Weight: 3000

Fuel Type: Diesel

Lift Capacity: 2,198 lbs

John Deere 4300 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Below Average

Greater than 27% of similar tractors.

Hitch Capacity

Poor

Greater than 3% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Below Average

Greater than 25% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: Yanmar
Model: 3TNE84
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: Inline
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Natural aspiration
Cylinders: 3
Displacement (ci): 91.3
Bore (in): 3.31
Stroke (in): 3.54
Rated RPM: 2700
Power Output (hp): 32.2

Transmission

Type: Multiple transmission options: partially synchronized or hydrostatic
Forward Gears: 9 (SyncShift), 12 (SyncReverser) or Infinite (Hydrostatic)
Reverse Gears: 3 (SyncShift), 12 (SyncReverser) or Infinite (Hydrostatic)
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 116.9
Width (in): 50
Height (in): 83.9 (fixed ROPS), 90.0 (folding ROPS)
Operating Weight (lb): 3000

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type: Independent with wet disc clutch (Rear) and Optional (Mid)
PTO Speed 1 (rpm): 540 (Rear), 2100 (Mid)
PTO Speed 2 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 3 (rpm): -

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x2 2WD or 4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type: -
Steering Type: Power
Coolant Capacity (qts): 6.1
Front Tire Diameter (in): -
Front Tire Width (in): -
Rear Tire Diameter (in): -
Rear Tire Width (in): -
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: -
Manufacture - End Year: 2003
Hitch Type: Three-Point Hitch
Hitch Category: Category I
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): 2,198 lbs
Operator Station Type: Two-post ROPS
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: Differential wet disc
Hydraulic System Type: Open center