John Deere 7420

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The John Deere 7420 is a powerful row crop tractor made from 2003 to 2007. It has a 4x2 2WD chassis and power steering, making it easy to handle in the fields. The tractor is big, measuring 203.3 inches long, 96 inches wide, and 114.1 inches tall. It weighs 13,280 pounds, which is above average for tractors of its class.

Under the hood, the 7420 has a John Deere PowerTech 6068HF475 engine. This diesel engine has 6 cylinders and is turbocharged for extra power. It produces 135 horsepower, which is about average for tractors in its category. The engine size is above average at 414 cubic inches. The tractor has a partial power shift transmission with 16 forward and 16 reverse gears, giving farmers lots of options for different tasks. It also has a strong hitch that can lift up to 8,959.6 pounds, which is very high compared to other tractors.

The John Deere 7420 comes with some nice features for comfort and work. It has a ComfortGard Cab with air conditioning to keep farmers cool on hot days. The tractor has both 540 and 1000 rpm PTO speeds for running different equipment. It also has a closed-center hydraulic system, which is good for heavy lifting and using hydraulic tools. With its mix of power, comfort, and versatility, the 7420 is a solid choice for many farming tasks.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 135 hp (100.7 kW)

Transmission: Partial power shift

Operating Weight: 13280 lb (6024 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 7420 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the John Deere 7420 is Average. It is greater than 48% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1.1K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the John Deere 7420 is Average. It is greater than 58% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1.3K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the John Deere 7420 is Average. It is greater than 66% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the John Deere 7420 is Below Average. It is greater than 28% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
John Deere
Model
PowerTech 6068HF475
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged
Cylinders
6
Displacement
414 ci (6.8 L)
Bore
4.17 in (105.9 mm)
Stroke
5.00 in (127.0 mm)
Rated RPM
2100
Power Output
135 hp (100.7 kW)

Transmission

Type
Partial power shift
Forward Gears
16
Reverse Gears
16