John Deere D (1939-1953)

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The John Deere D is a classic tractor made from 1939 to 1953. It's a utility tractor with two big wheels in the back and two smaller ones in front. This tractor has a big engine for its time, with 501 cubic inches. It's very powerful compared to other tractors of its era.

The John Deere D is built for hard work on farms. It has a simple design with an open seat for the driver and manual steering. The tractor can go forward in three different speeds and has one speed for going backward. It uses a liquid-cooled engine that can run on different types of fuel. The tractor is quite heavy, weighing 5,997 pounds, which helps it grip the ground well. It has special tires made for farm work on both the front and back wheels.

This tractor was made for a long time and became very popular. It has some interesting features like a choice between a manual or electric starter. The John Deere D can also power other farm tools through its PTO, which spins at 525 rpm. It's a bit wider than some tractors at 69.7 inches, which makes it stable. Farmers liked it because it could work for many hours with its big 23.5-gallon fuel tank.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Transmission: Unsynchronized Gear

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 5997 lb (2720 kg)

Fuel Type: All-Fuel

John Deere D (1939-1953) vs. Similar Tractors

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the John Deere D (1939-1953) is Average. It is greater than 60% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

(across 4.4K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the John Deere D (1939-1953) is Excellent. It is greater than 93% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Utility tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
John Deere
Model
John Deere
Cooling Type
Liquid-Cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Fuel Type
All-Fuel
Induction Type
Natural Aspirated
Cylinders
2
Displacement
501 ci (8.2 L)
Bore
6.73 in (170.9 mm)
Stroke
7.01 in (178.1 mm)

Transmission

Type
Unsynchronized Gear
Forward Gears
3
Reverse Gears
1

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Manual
Brake Type
Integral Mechanical or Differential Steering Brakes