Big Bud 16V-747 vs John Deere 717
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Big Bud 16V-747 is more powerful than the John Deere 717: 960 HP versus 54 HP (+906 HP, +1678%).
- The Big Bud 16V-747 is the more recent model: production started in 1978, versus 1966 for the John Deere 717.
Full specs comparison
| Big Bud 16V-747 | John Deere 717 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 960 HP | 54 HP |
| Production years | 1978 | 1966–1976 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 16 | 4 |
| Displacement | 24.1 L | — |
| Weight | 43 092 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Power shift | — |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 495 cm | — |
| Length | 868 cm | — |
| Cab | Yes | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Big Bud 16V-747 or the John Deere 717?
The Big Bud 16V-747 is more powerful than the John Deere 717: 960 HP versus 54 HP (+906 HP, +1678%).
Which is more recent, the Big Bud 16V-747 or the John Deere 717?
The Big Bud 16V-747 is the more recent model: production started in 1978, versus 1966 for the John Deere 717.